They may never see humans during their lives and they are very wary of human contact.įeral cats in Australia are descended from pet cats whose ancestors were released, lost or escaped from their owners. To survive each of these will kill hundreds of native animals each year and the vast majority will be carriers of toxoplasmosis.Ī feral cat lives, feeds and breeds without any input from humans. In 2008 the Tasmanian Government estimated that there were 150,000 stray and feral cats in Tasmania. It is estimated that every day feral, stray and domestic cats across Australia kill tens of millions of native animals, including 3.2 million mammals, 1.2 million birds and 1.9 million reptiles, 0.25 million frogs and 3 million invertebrates.
Globally, cats are listed as one of four invasive species (along with rodents, dogs and pigs) that threaten the greatest numbers of endangered vertebrates. The red fox and feral cat have been the most damaging. Wildcare also manages and publishes a state-wide calendar of volunteer events.įor more information, please email Wildcare Tasmania at call on (03) 6165 4230.In the past 200 years Australia has recorded the highest number of mammal species that have suffered a major decline or extinction due to invasive predators. You can join any of the 60+ Wildcare Branches and hear about a wide variety of opportunities. Wildcare Tasmania, our largest volunteer partner.
Here you will find a listing of opportunities and information about becoming an authorised volunteer with NRE Tas.Īre you interested in supporting a particular national park or reserve? Or getting involved in one of the many programs or events undertaken by local volunteers?Ĭheck out the Friends groups, projects and programs offered through To learn more about volunteering opportunities with the PWS, including caretaker vacancies, please visit theĭepartment of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania (NRE) Volunteering Opportunities page. When applications are open for these volunteer caretaker positions, they are offered through an Expression of Interest process. Mount Field Volunteer Campground Caretaker.Bruny Island Quarantine Station Volunteer Caretaker.Maatsuyker Island Volunteer Caretaker and Weather Observer.These opportunities involve placements ranging from 1 month to 6 months and include: Year-round and seasonal volunteer caretaker programsĪ number of caretaker volunteer opportunities with the PWS are available throughout the year. There are a variety of ways you can be involved including: We invite you to consider being a volunteer with us. The Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS) appreciates the assistance provided by thousands of hardworking and skilled volunteers around Tasmania.Įach year individual volunteers, community volunteer groups and volunteer service organisations like Wildcare Tasmania contribute invaluable assistance through works and activities in our national parks and reserves in partnership with the PWS.Įach day these significant contributions help deliver environmental, conservation and sustainability outcomes and inspire more Tasmanians to engage and connect with their landscapes and communities. Volunteering with the Parks and Wildlife Service
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