Activities

The Association provides a social network for all those interested in quilting in Western Australia. In addition to sharing and preserving quilting knowledge, members and the Association are involved with community activities and events. WAQA works with all the Australian quilting guilds as part of Quilt Australia (formerly the Australian Council of Quilters). Read more…

The Guild is an enthusiastic and talented group of people dedicated to providing learning and exhibition opportunities and promoting and sharing our skills with the wider community.  Our members regularly attend festivals, open days and fairs and are keen to involve the public in what we do. Membership is open to people of all ages who are interested in Spinning, Weaving, Dyeing, Tapestry Weaving or related fibre arts. Read more…

In 1976 from these humble beginnings which included lots of fund raising, the club expanded to include Spinners, Artists, Quilt Making Pottery, Patchwork & Painting, Woodturning and Children’s classes in Art & Pottery. The Gosnells City Council saw the need for the Club to have larger premises and so built a new Gallery and Pottery workshop the same as the original Read more…

FeltWEST is a non-profit organisation aiming to: Promote the making of quality felt in Western Australia. Facilitate the sharing of feltmaking information and skills by publishing a newsletter for members and through meetings, workshops, public demonstrations and exhibitions. Acknowledge and respect the creations and ideas of members and to encourage fellowship between members. Encourage and develop contact with feltmakers elsewhere. Read more…

Together with caring Australians, The Smith Family will unlock opportunities for disadvantaged families to participate more fully in society. Volunteers are the backbone of our organisation and without them, much of the work we do would not be possible. Each year, Australian community members and our corporate partners, volunteer their time, skills and energy to help us unlock opportunities for Read more…

Sands WA is a community of bereaved parents who provide support 24/7 to other bereaved parents, their families and medical professionals. Sands WA’s parent supporters are all bereaved parents themselves who volunteer their time to assist and offer support to other bereaved parents as they journey through grief following the death of a baby. Sands WA’s volunteers provide telephone, email Read more…

Rotary is a worldwide organisation of business, professional and community leaders. Clubs are non-political, non-religious and open to all cultures, races and creeds. Richly rewarding, Rotary International gives you the opportunity to ‘pay it forward’ and to have a positive impact wherever you choose. While developing business networking opportunities and building lifelong friendships Rotarians experience personal growth in an organisation Read more…

Freecycle groups operate in hundreds of communities around Australia. Why not get involved in the Perth area by joining or starting a group near you? A global grassroots movement where members give and receive stuff completely for free – Freecycle is the ultimate recycling initiative. To see if you have a Freecycle group near you, check out the web link Read more…

Our volunteers are everyday people who make extraordinary contributions. Would you like to contribute to the work of the National Trust and its mission to conserve and interpret WA’s unique heritage by becoming a volunteer? Our volunteers are involved in a range of different activities according to their skills and interests. These range from opening our properties for the enjoyment Read more…

WAWRC is a representative and support body for wildlife rehabilitators in Western Australia. As the peak body, we aim to support of wildlife rehabilitators in WA to achieve the best outcomes for native fauna. We aim to engage wildlife rehabilitators and the WA community in an inclusive partnership to benefit of native fauna. The starting point for anyone interested in Read more…

Good Samaritan Industries is an agency of the Uniting Church in Australia and was founded in 1958 to provide employment choices for people with disabilities. Their stores range quality recycled clothing and goods at bargain prices for the general public to buy in order to support their cause. Volunteering with Good Sammy can be for as long as you like Read more…

Salvos Stores will continually develop its donor base of gifted and new products to provide customers with goods at affordable prices. Each charity store demonstrates good corporate governance and stewardship, whilst creating the environment to align with the mission of The Salvation Army as well as foster the spirit of team work and equality amongst team members. Volunteers are an Read more…

The WA State Emergency Service is a volunteer based division of the Department Fire and emergency Services of Western Australia. They play an important role in protecting local communities from natural and man-made emergencies. SES volunteers are a dedicated group of people that come from many different backgrounds, skills and interests. Why not contact SES WA to see how you Read more…

No matter where you live, you can make a positive impact in your community by becoming a St John volunteer. With St John, you’ll learn new skills like endorsed first aid qualifications, build strong relationships with new people you meet, and work with emergency services to make a real contribution to your community. You’ll also receive a range of fantastic Read more…

Virtual volunteers assist the Australian Museum by transcribing specimen labels, field notes and diaries. This helps to unlock the hidden knowledge in their vast collections. You can help them via your own computer. Being a ‘virtual volunteer’ is a way you can make a contribution even if you can’t leave your house. All you need is a computer, an internet Read more…

Volunteering expands your skills and experience, increases your employability and is a way to stay active and engaged with the community. It’s also a way for you to give back to the community and help people who need a hand. With the Red Cross you can volunteer for the following opportunites Volunteer to help others Community service to help people Read more…

Volunteers are the heart and soul of OzHarvest With over 1500 volunteers across the country, OzHarvest is always on the lookout for passionate people to lend a hand. From helping at events, running market stalls, assisting in the vans, answering the phones, working with our chefs and corporate teams at a Cooking for a Cause session or even handpicking oranges at Read more…

Meets Wednesdays at 7am Walk and Talk Speed: Medium pace Duration: 45-60 min Dog Friendly: No Meeting point Café next to Pharmacy Address 144 Coode ST, COMO, 6152 Walk Organiser Michaelmcourtis@iinet.net.au Read more…

Meets Thursday 8.30am Speed: Fast pace Duration: 45-60 min Dog Friendly: No Meeting point Coogee Café Address Powell St, COOGEE, 6166 Walk Organiser Barbara 0415 402 450 Read more…

Meets Mondays at 9am and Saturday at 8am Speed: Medium pace Duration: 45-60 min Dog Friendly: No Meeting point Various locations Address BASSENDEAN, 6054 Walk Organiser Bill 08 9378 6006 Read more…

Meets Sunday 9am Speed: Medium pace Duration: 60-75 min Dog Friendly: Yes   Meeting point Bibra Lake carpark opposite Gwilliam Drive Address Bibra Lake Reserve, Progress Drive opp Gwilliam Drive, Bibra Lake 6163, BIBRA LAKE, 6163 Walk Organiser Tiffany 0452105665 Read more…

Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7.30am Speed: Medium pace Duration: 45-60 min Dog Friendly: No   Meeting point Shopping Centre Address South Street &, Benningfield Rd, Bull Creek, 6149 Walk Organiser Anne apa131756@gmail.com Read more…

Meets weekly Friday 8.20am Speed: Medium pace Duration: 30-45 min Dog Friendly: Yes Meeting point Jeff Joseph Reserve – Applecross Jetty Address Fraser Road, Applecross, 6153 Walk Organiser Jean 0466593109 Read more…

Weekly Tuesday 8.30am   Speed: Slow pace Duration: 30 or less min Dog Friendly: Yes Meeting point TerryWhite Chemmart Pharmacy Address 118 Kooyong Road, RIVERVALE, 6103 Walk Organiser Felicity 08 9361 2244 Read more…

Group speciality – Shopping centre Weekly Monday 8am Speed: Medium pace Duration: 45-60 min Dog Friendly: No Meeting point In front of Coffee Club, in the Mandurah Forum Address Mandurah Forum Shopping Centre, 330 Pinjarra Road, Mandurah, 6210 Walk Organiser Kasandra 0450193450 Read more…

Group speciality over 50’s Weekly Tuesday 9am Speed: Medium pace Duration: 30-45 min Dog Friendly: Yes Meeting point Apia office Address Shop 5 20-24 Sholl Street, Mandurah, 6210 Walk Organiser Shelley mandurah.communityengagement@apia.com.au Read more…

Meets: Every Thursday at 8.30am Speed: Medium Pace Duration: 45-60 mins Meeting Point: Various Organiser: Patricia 0478 675 000 Register here Read more…

The City of Rockingham Autumn Centre offers an active and social environment for people over the age of 50 to pursue personal interests and create support networks.  The Autumn Centre is also open to people with a disability over the age of 18 accompanied by a carer. Membership fees are $36 per annum with a bi-annual fee charge from 1 January Read more…