Inner West Council's Urban Ecology Team is looking for volunteers to join a new Bushcare group for regular monthly working bees on Saturday mornings 9am-12pm. Open to all levels of experience!

All you need is an appreciation for the natural environment, a willingness to learn under the direction of council staff, and a minimum level of physical fitness to undertake the following duties and responsibilities:

This position is on Saturday mornings between 9am and 12 noon.

• Weed removal and management

• Planting indigenous local provenance species provided by Council staff

• Watering seedlings during the establishment period

• Mulching

• Installation of protective fencing

• Composting of weeds onsite or as directed by the Bushcare supervisor

• Site assessment, planning, and monitoring

Clothing and Equipment:

Volunteers must:

• Wear sturdy, enclosed shoes or boots

• Wear sun-smart clothing and sun protection (e.g., hat and sunglasses)

• Wear other clothing appropriate for the season

• Bring a drink bottle

Council will provide:

• Training required to work safely and effectively

• Tools and equipment

• Gloves

• Other Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and safety equipment as necessary according to Council’s Safe Work Method Statements

• Personal Accident Insurance (for volunteers aged 16 to 90 years old inclusive)

Benefits: Bushcare is a fun and social initiative that supports the environment, keeping you active and engaged with the incredible biodiversity of Inner West Council's Natural Areas. As a Bushcare volunteer, you’ll help restore natural areas, boost biodiversity, create habitats for wildlife, protect native flora and fauna, and improve ecosystem health. You will also develop practical skills in plant identification, weed control techniques, and gain a profound understanding of bushland restoration while working alongside expert land managers.