Rescue 101 Volunteer Webpage

Welcome to the Rescue 101 Volunteer Webpage.

Your passion for wildlife and tireless efforts in rescuing native animals make a real difference every single day – thank you for all that you do.

This space is here to support you in your vital work. We’re continually adding new resources, tips, and tools to help you build your skills and make rescues safer and more effective.

Dive into the links below to explore the latest information and updates – and keep checking back for more!

Rescue 101 Webinar Recording

• To watch the latest Rescue 101 Webinar (August 2025), click here.

General

• Bush Fire Preparedness for Rescue 101 (page undergoing updates)
  
• Everbridge 360 Instruction Guide
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Further Training
• Head Office Contact Details
• Tall Emu Vet Map Instruction Guide
• Mental Health and Wellbeing
• Rescue 101 Terms & Conditions
• WHS Information
• WIRES Clothing Range for Volunteers
• WIRES' Licence
• xMatters User Instruction Guide

 HPAI Resources

• High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza and Wildlife - Wildlife Health Australia (May 2024)
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) And Biosecurity Measures During Wildlife Handling (In The Field, Veterinary Clinic Or Rehabilitation Centre) (June 2024) 
• Reporting BIRDS or mammals with a suspicion of HPAI 
• Avian Bird Flu Factsheet - H5N1 Strain
• Risk Mitigation Toolbox for Wildlife Care Providers with a focus on HPAI H5 2.3.4b

If you are looking for any information not yet listed, or if you have any other enquiries, please email rescue101@wires.org.au.