Illawarra heatwave kills 650 bats, devastates colonies
Extreme temperatures over 41°C have killed hundreds of flying foxes in Dapto and Figtree, leaving wildlife volunteers distressed and vulnerable species at risk. Learn more about the impact.
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CFA volunteers use 30yo trucks as Premier defends funding
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan defends $80M CFA funding amid volunteer fury over ageing fire trucks. As bushfires rage, crews face 40C heat in vehicles without aircon. Read the full story.
SA Heatwave Kills Thousands of Bats, Volunteers Rescue
Adelaide's fruit bat colonies are devastated by extreme heat. Volunteers work tirelessly on rescues and rehabilitation, facing huge costs. Learn about the crisis and response.
Heatwave Threatens Australian Wildlife and Pets
As scorching heat grips Australia, wildlife rescuers issue an urgent plea to help animals survive. Learn how to provide water, shade, and what to do if you find a distressed native animal or pet.
Hunter SES smashes record with over 5000 incidents in 2025
Hunter SES crews faced their busiest year ever, responding to over 5000 incidents and 10,000 volunteer hours in 2025's severe storms and floods. Read about their heroic efforts.
Samaritans Christmas Lunch Serves Hunter Community
Over 150 volunteers served a festive feast to up to 1200 people at the 25th Samaritans Christmas Lunch in Newcastle, providing vital community support during tough economic times.
Hospital staff create Christmas magic for sick kids
Staff at Townsville University Hospital have transformed the children's ward into a winter wonderland, bringing festive joy to young patients and their families this holiday season.
WA volunteers sacrifice Christmas to help others
As Perth faces a record-hot Christmas, thousands of emergency services volunteers are giving up family time to keep the community safe. Read their inspiring stories.
Volunteer Homes Needed for Seeing Eye Dogs in Perth
Vision Australia calls for Perth volunteers to provide short-term homes for working Seeing Eye Dogs. All expenses covered. Apply now to support the blind community.
Salvos Volunteers Share Heartwarming Christmas Stories
Salvation Army volunteers in Townsville share touching stories from their charity gift-wrapping station, raising vital funds for local families in need this Christmas.
Christmas cheer for 240 at Newcastle's Soul Hub lunch
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
Support Australia's Community Volunteers This Summer
This International Volunteer Day, Australians are urged to move beyond gratitude and offer practical support to the community volunteers who are the backbone of our towns, especially as we face another high-risk summer season.
Townsville Men's Shed Creates 500 Anzac Crosses
Townsville Men's Shed volunteers handcraft 500 memorial crosses for Anzac Day, honoring local servicemen. Community spirit shines through this heartfelt tribute.
LNP Imports Volunteers for Hinchinbrook By-Election
The LNP faces controversy after bringing volunteers from outside Hinchinbrook for the by-election following local resistance. Discover how this strategy impacts voter sentiment.
How Aussie Tech Talent Drives Social Change Through Code
Discover how Australian developers and tech professionals are using their coding skills to drive positive social change and tackle community challenges across the nation.
Kookaburra saved after choking on shoelace in Sydney
A heroic wildlife rescue in Sydney's Inner West saves a choking kookaburra that swallowed a shoelace, highlighting the deadly impact of litter on native birds.
Turtle Time: Saving Far North QLD's Sea Turtles
Discover how dedicated conservationists in Far North Queensland are protecting endangered sea turtles during nesting season through innovative monitoring programs and community engagement.
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