Volunteering in Mandurah

Volunteers counting shorebirds on a Mandurah beach

Volunteering in Mandurah

Published15th May 2026

Mandurah’s natural environment is at the heart of what makes this region so special, and so much of its care and protection is made possible thanks to the incredible local volunteers who dedicate their time to preserving it. Across the waterways, coastlines, and wildlife habitats, passionate community groups work tirelessly to keep Mandurah healthy, thriving, and beautiful for future generations. From the Estuary Guardians caring for local dolphins, Coastal Waste Warriors helping clean our waterways, and WA Seabird Rescue rehabilitating injured birds, to Dolphin Watch monitoring dolphin activity, Reel It In promoting responsible fishing line disposal, and Mandurah Volunteer Wildlife Rescue supporting native animals in need. These are just some of the many volunteer groups here in Mandurah that play an invaluable role in protecting the environment we all love.

Estuary Guardians

The Estuary Guardians are a passionate volunteer group dedicated to protecting Mandurah’s iconic dolphins and the beautiful Peel-Harvey Estuary they call home. Through monitoring local dolphin populations, recording important changes, and assisting the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation & Attractions with entangled, injured, stranded, or deceased dolphins, the group plays a vital role in the ongoing care and conservation of Mandurah’s marine life. Beyond hands-on conservation work, the Estuary Guardians also focus on educating and inspiring the community through school sessions, dolphin forums, community events, and awareness projects such as fin books, fishing line bins, and the Dolphin Watch App. By keeping the community connected through social media updates, events, and dolphin sighting reports, they encourage everyone to play a part in protecting Mandurah’s waterways, wildlife, and dolphins for generations to come.

Coastal Waste Warriors

Coastal Waste Warriors is a passionate not-for-profit volunteer group dedicated to protecting Mandurah’s waterways, coastlines, and marine life. Founded by the Field family in 2018 in memory of their daughter Amber Dawn, the organisation was inspired by her love for nature and the ocean. What began as a small community initiative has grown into a strong movement of volunteers committed to making a difference through clean-up events, education, and environmental action. Since starting, the group has completed more than 65 clean-ups and removed over 6,700 kilograms of rubbish from local waterways and coastlines. Coastal Waste Warriors also works to educate the community about the impacts of litter and plastic pollution while encouraging sustainable habits such as reducing, reusing, recycling, and rethinking waste. Through partnerships with schools, community groups, and organisations like Tangaroa Blue, they continue to inspire positive change and help protect the beautiful natural environment Mandurah is known for.

WA seabird rescue

WA Seabird Rescue is a dedicated volunteer organisation focused on rescuing and rehabilitating injured and orphaned seabirds and waterbirds across the south west of Western Australia. With volunteers based in Perth, Shoalwater, Mandurah, and Albany, the group has carried out more than 7,500 rescues since starting, helping species including pelicans, penguins, cormorants, swans, ducks, albatrosses, and more. Many of the birds they care for are impacted by threats such as fishing line entanglement, hooks, pollution, storms, disease, and habitat dangers. Alongside their rescue work, WA Seabird Rescue is passionate about educating the community, particularly recreational fishers, on how everyone can help protect local wildlife and reduce harm to the marine environment. Through compassion, conservation, and community awareness, the group continues to play a vital role in protecting Western Australia’s unique seabirds and waterways.

Dolphin Watch

Dolphin Watch is an inspiring citizen science volunteer program helping monitor dolphin communities across Perth, Mandurah, and Broome. By combining observations from everyday community members with research collected by scientists, the project provides valuable insight into how dolphins use local rivers and estuaries, while also helping researchers better understand marine and estuarine health. Volunteers play an important role by recording dolphin sightings, behaviours, births, deaths, and interactions with human activity, contributing valuable data that supports ongoing research and wildlife management. Dolphin Watch not only deepens our understanding of these iconic mammals, but also encourages the community to become actively involved in protecting the waterways and marine environments dolphins depend on.

Reel it in

The Reel It In project is a community-driven conservation program helping reduce the harmful impact of discarded fishing line and tackle on dolphins, waterbirds, and other marine life across Western Australia. Run by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, the initiative has installed more than 110 bright yellow recycling bins made from 100% recycled plastic at popular fishing locations including jetties, bridges, and boat ramps. Since launching in 2013, the program has collected an incredible 139 kilometres of discarded fishing line, along with more than 22,000 hooks and sinkers, 14,000 bait bags, and thousands of other rubbish items. Through education, recycling, and community involvement, Reel It In continues to play an important role in keeping our rivers, coastlines, and waterways clean and safe for wildlife and future generations.

Mandurah Wildlife Rescue

Mandurah Volunteer Wildlife Rescue is a passionate volunteer organisation dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and caring for injured, orphaned, and sick native wildlife across the Peel region, with the ultimate goal of returning animals safely back to the wild. Working closely with local veterinarians, their committed team of volunteers provides around-the-clock care 365 days a year for a wide range of native species including birds, reptiles, and marsupials. From hand-raising orphaned joeys and nursing injured birds back to health to responding to wildlife emergencies, the organisation plays a vital role in protecting the region’s unique wildlife. As a centre of excellence in wildlife care, Mandurah Volunteer Wildlife Rescue also focuses on educating the community about the importance of protecting native animals and their habitats, helping inspire greater awareness, compassion, and action for the environment.

For more

From protecting dolphins and rescuing wildlife to cleaning waterways and educating the community, these incredible volunteer groups play a vital role in caring for Mandurah’s environment. If you’d like to learn more about their work or get involved and make a difference yourself, follow the links below.