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Australian Lions Hearing Dogs

For over 40 years, Australian Lions Hearing Dogs (ALHD) has been transforming the lives of Australians who are Deaf or hard of hearing by providing them with a set of 'furry ears'— free of charge. As a not-for-profit organisation and the only accredited Hearing Assistance Dog provider in Australia, we have proudly delivered over 700 Hearing Assistance Dogs nationwide, with more than 141 currently active in communities across the country.

Since the early 1980s, we have sourced our dogs from rescues and shelters. However, the rising cost of dogs and the decline in suitable candidates from traditional sources led us to establish dedicated Puppy and Breeding Programs. These programs ensure a sustainable supply of highly trained dogs for those who need them most.

Each Assistance Dog costs approximately $40,000 to raise and train. These remarkable dogs alert their recipients to up to 10 common household sounds by locating the sound, alerting with a paw touch, and leading their recipient to its source. With full Public Access Rights, these dogs also provide invaluable companionship and support in their recipients’ daily lives.

In 2020, we launched our Medical Alert Dog Program to support Australians living with type 1 diabetes. Like our Hearing Assistance Dogs, these specially trained Medical Alert Dogs also cost us $40,000 to provide and are offered at no charge to recipients.

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Guide Dogs SA/NT

Guide Dogs SA/NT is looking to expand our community engagement in the Adelaide Hills, particularly around our

Volunteer Puppy Raising program.

Volunteers Needed

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Hahndorf Academy

Situated in the centre of the picturesque village of Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills, the Hahndorf Academy is a magical place where visual arts and heritage meet.

The Academy Shop showcases quality hand crafted products by local and regional artists and designers. We are proud to stock works from over 100 local artists in our beautiful shop including glass, jewellery, prints, cards, skin care, books, clothing and original artwork. 

There is an ever-changing panorama of contemporary visual art to discover in our Gallery, 

You can also absorb the local history in our German Migration Museum and be captivated by objects and stories relating to the lives of Hahndorf’s pioneering families.   Starting out as a boarding school, and later a maternity hospital, if the walls of the 19th Century Heritage building could talk they would tell remarkable stories of history and courage and fear and excitement as early settlers created new lives for themselves.

Hahndorf Academy

Ph: 8388 7250

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Hills Biodiversity Incorporated

Mobilising to prevent species loss

 

We often hear about species on the brink of extinction or the climate on the brink of collapse – and this sounds quite daunting and hopeless.  


However, community and landholders can work together to push back that brink!

 

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Are you time-poor and still want to contribute to improving biodiversity in the Hills?

 

We get together for about 2 hours per month on the third Sunday of the month at 9am - no commitment, attend as many events as you want. We plant and/or weed, then enjoy a light lunch washed down with a drink of your choice.

 

It's a great way to meet and chat with like-minded people, and connect yourself with the local community. Find out more by contacting Warren on 0408 444 592.

Our Mission

Connecting landholders and volunteers to enhance the biodiversity of the Adelaide Hills.

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Ink Pot Arts Inc

Ink Pot Arts is an award-winning NFP organisation based in Mount Barker. We offer supportive, fun, high-quality opportunities to explore the performing arts through workshops and events. Our workshops are led by creative professionals & provide not only the chance to develop new skills, but great companionship across different generations, cultures & life experiences. Regular programs include drama, dance-drama, ukulele, and singing. Specialty workshops are available on request.

Want to volunteer with us? There are many different options, from working on our Farmers' Market fundraising stall to making costumes, painting sets, assisting with event management, publicity and more. Tell us what you love to do and we'll see where you can assist :)!

To find out about our programs go to: https://inkpot.com.au/

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Save Our Wildlife Foundation Inc (SOWFI)

Save Our Wildlife Foundation - South Australia
​100% Volunteer

SOWFI is a science-led, grass roots animal rescue and rehabilitation organisation.

Our volunteers care for orphaned, sick, injured and displaced wildlife and relieve suffering through effective rescue & rehabilitation, releasing back into the wild whenever possible.

SOWFI offers training and supports research that will benefit our wildlife in South Australia. 
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We will advocate on behalf of our wildlife and create awareness amongst South Australians of their beauty and value to ensure they are here for generations to come.
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Our volunteers fulfil many varied roles, which collectively, and in collaboration with
other organisations, contributes to the short and long-term welfare of our native
wildlife and the conservation of their habitat in South Australia.  www.save-our-wildlife.org.au

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