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
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Bush Fire Preparedness for Rescue 101
- Everbridge 360 Instruction Guide
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Further Training
- Head Office Contact Details
- Tall Emu Vet Map Instruction Guide
- Mental Health and Wellbeing
- Online Rescue Requests - Stay Safe!
- Rescue 101 Terms & Conditions
- WHS Information
- WIRES Clothing and Equipment Range for Volunteers
- WIRES' Licence
- xMatters User Instruction Guide
Rescue 101 Volunteer general enquiries: rescue101@wires.org.au
HPAI (Bird Flu) Resources and Information for WIRES Rescue 101 Volunteers
Below is the latest information, policies, guidance and training resources for WIRES Rescue 101 volunteers regarding Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Content will be updated as new advice, resources and operational information become available.
- WIRES H5 High-Pathogenicity Avian Influenza Guidelines July 2026 – Rescue 101 (October 2026)
- Baseline PPE Donning and Doffing Procedures (July 2026)
- HPAI Bird Flu - Disinfectants active against avian influenza viruses (July 2026)
- WIRES H5N1 Bird Flu Webinar with Dr Vere Nicolson (July 2026)
- High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza and Wildlife - Wildlife Health Australia (June 2026)
- Risk Mitigation Toolbox for Wildlife Care Providers with a focus on HPAI H5 2.3.4b
- Avian Influenza in Wildlife in Australia
- HPAI FAQs
HPAI enquiries: training@wires.org.au