WHO
WE ARE
VOLUNTEERS.
Wildlife Noosa depends on its army of amazing volunteers to rescue and provide immediate care to our beautiful wildlife, and ensure that the environment we all share is safe for them 24 hours a day, seven days a week and 365 days a year. Our volunteers are committed to caring for our wildlife, without them we would not be able to be quickly respond to the thousands of calls we receive each year to help our injured and 'at risk' wildlife. THANK YOU to our volunteers! Saving animal lives one rescue at a time.
If you would like to become a Wildlife Noosa volunteer please contact wildlifenoosaltd@outlook.com
MEET THE TEAM.
William Watson
Founder
Will is the Chief Rescue Officer and Founder of Wildlife Noosa. Will began rescuing wildlife around Noosa several years ago when he returned home to help his ageing parents after a serious car accident 12 years ago ended his career in land engineering.
Having always worked on the land and with a love for animals, Will began rescuing sick and injured wildlife and now rescues about 1,000 animals a year.
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Will's greatest wish is for Wildlife Noosa to be an advocate and protector of Wildlife far into the future, educating the public on the importance of a healthy and vibrant Biosphere.
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Will has recently been awarded a 2024 Queensland Day Award for his dedication and hard work in the greater Noosa community.
Jarrah
Small
Dedicated to the protection of wildlife and the environment, 15-year-old Jarrah Small is a mulit-award winning Conservationist, Environmental Educator and passionate Wildlife Rescuer. Jarrah joined the Wildlife Noosa team at the age of 11 as a wildlife rescuer, working alongside senior rescuers. A natural in front of the camera and with a passion for public speaking, Jarrah is a regular spokesperson for Wildlife Noosa’s important conservation work. She continues to work closely with senior rescuers to gain industry relevant skills and experience as a wildlife rescuer, helping sick and injured animals, something she is very passionate about. Since the age of 6, Jarrah has been blending her hands-on grassroots conservation work with social media platforms, public speaking, and community engagement to be a proud advocate for positive environmental change. Jarrah brings an abundance of energy, enthusiasm and youthful optimism to the Wildlife Noosa team.
Marita Kruger
Chairperson
Dr Marita Kruger is a practicing Emergency Doctor with Ramsay Health Care