Volunteering Stories
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24 Jul
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“He never dreamed his son would be able to sit up in a wheelchair”: Meet Lois Moir, the volunteer changing children’s lives worldwide
As a Wheelchairs for Kids volunteer, Lois Moir travels around the world fitting wheelchairs for children and training locals in developing countries. This is her story.
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11 Jun
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The newest WA Volunteer of the Year announced: meet Peter Geraghty
Congratulations to Peter Geraghty for taking home the coveted 2024 WA Volunteer of the Year Award.
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11 Jun
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24-year-old Zac Cawdron transforms lived experience into support for WA’s at-risk youth
Congratulations to Zac Cawdron, our 2024 WA Young Volunteer of the Year Award winner.
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11 Jun
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From Homelessness to Sanctuary: Meet the Organisation Furnishing Vacant Homes for Domestic Abuse Survivors
Congratulations to Worthy Australia, the winner of the 2024 Community Volunteer Organisation of the Year Award.
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11 Jun
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Beloved 90-year-old volunteer Joan Ward wins Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award
Congratulations to Kathleen Joan Ward for taking home the 2024 WA Lifetime Contribution to Volunteering Award.
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11 Jun
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First Hike Project Transcends Cultural Barriers with Outdoor Adventures
Congratulations to the winner of the 2024 Inclusive Volunteering Award, First Hike Project.
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10 Jun
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Bankwest on track to reach new 10,000-hour volunteering milestone
Congratulations to Bankwest, the well-deserving winner of the 2024 Excellence in Corporate Volunteering Award.
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10 Jun
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Alanagh Godderidge is Helping the Community, One Trishaw at a Time
Congratulations to the winner of the 2024 Excellence in Volunteer Management Award, Alanagh Godderidge.
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03 May
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Jawaria Blazes Trail for a Multicultural WA
From national working groups to library storytime sessions, Jawaria Mahmood is giving up her time for a more diverse Western Australia.
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03 May
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“It’s best to start early”: Meet the 17-year-old from Margaret River who volunteers with five different organisations
At just 17 years old, Joshua Yates has already volunteered with five different organisations, from emergency services to film festivals.