Become a volunteer in WA’s heritage
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 Western Australia’s unique heritage by becoming a volunteer?
If you would like to support the work of the National Trust, get in touch about becoming a volunteer.
Our volunteers are involved in a range of different activities according to their skills and interests. These include:
- Opening our properties for the enjoyment of the public.
- Assisting with caring for our heritage places and collections.
- Gardening to keep our grounds in order and the weeds down.
- Helping out at events and other programs.
There are National Trust places right across Western Australia, each with their own unique stories. Choose a place that you would like to spend your time at.
Current volunteering opportunities
Meet, greet and welcome visitors
Welcome visitors to our places open to the public and help tell the stories of Western Australia’s heritage.
Place volunteers
There are collections and artefacts in our places that need care when the place is open to the public. Help ensure our buildings and collections are kept safe alongside those welcoming our visitors.
Gardening
Assist in maintaining the grounds of National Trust places. You will spend time in the gardens, tidy up and do the weeding.
Students
Bring your administration and computer skills to assist our Significant Trees project.
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What we offer you
Our volunteers are involved in a range of different activities according to their skills and interests. The National Trust will provide both formal and informal training relevant to the role you play.
Volunteers also enjoy heavily discounted membership fees and exclusive access to events and sites.
Volunteers join a community that is passionate about our shared cultural and natural heritage, which connects with social events and regular newsletters.
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What your commitment means to us
The National Trust simply couldn’t do what we do without our dedicated volunteers. Their generous contributions ensure locals and tourists alike get to delve into the fascinating history and heritage of our state through visits to our places, and participating in events at well cared for and presented places.
We are glad to be growing a community committed to Western Australian heritage, which inspires others to think about their connection to the stories of our state.
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What we ask of you when registering as a volunteer
- We care for our places, collections and our people. All volunteers must complete a registration and national police clearance form, paid for by the National Trust.
- We like to keep the lines of communication open and ensure you are kept updated. Volunteers must have a mobile phone, email address and be comfortable using computers.
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I'm interested to be a volunteer. What's the next step?
You can register your interest with us via the enquiry form. Our Volunteer Coordinator can talk with you further, or you can join an information session, scheduled from time to time across the year.
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More information
If you have any questions and would like to know more, please say hello. Email us at volunteers@ntwa.com.au or call for a friendly conversation with our Volunteer Coordinator via 08 9321 6088.