Volunteer Information
The
Project Kial Volunteer
As a volunteer on Project Kial you will be given the opportunity to
work with endangered species, to contribute to the species recovery,
experience Australian wildlife up close, and gain an insight into
endangered species conservation and management programs. At all times
you will be working under the direction of Tina or Peter, or one of
the Project Kial supervisors. You are expected to follow routines
and procedures and carry out daily duties unsupervised. Your ability
to work independently is essential.
Your
main roles as a Project Kial volunteer are to:
• Be responsible for maintaining a high standard of day to day
animal husbandry
• Complete operational tasks with other team members
• Observe and interpret animal behavior
• Assist with trapping, wildlife health checks and wildlife
treatments
• Assist with the hand raising of AACE rescued wildlife
• Communicate our message of environmental and conservation
awareness to the wider community
How
To Find Us
Project Kial is located 10 km outside the township of Marlborough
Central Queensland. The closest major town is Rockhampton to the south
and Mackay to the north. Marlborough is approximately 800 km north
of Brisbane (Queensland's Capital). Kial is in an isolated rural area
and as a volunteer you have signed up to work. Kial is not a holiday
camp and there is limited sightseeing to be done once you are on the
property. The project offers volunteers a free pickup / drop off service
from the Rockhampton Airport on weekdays and from the Marlborough
bus stop on weekends, subject to availability.
What
to Expect at the project
Kial is located in the bush (countryside) so expect bugs and insects.
If you do not like insects, bring a good insect repellent.
The Australian sun is relentless and good sun sense is encouraged.
To quote a popular Australian slogan: "Slip, Slop, Slap"
Slip on a long sleeved shirt, slap on sunscreen and slop on a hat.
Good hydration is essential so it is a good idea to bring a drink
bottle to carry with you into the pens.
Your sleeping quarters are in a rustic converted shed which you will
be sharing with the other volunteers. Bedding is provided, however
most volunteers bring a sleeping bag during the winter months. The
project is equipped with a kitchen, shower (no bathtub) and laundry
facilities. All areas are communal and the volunteers are expected
to keep them clean and tidy.
How
to Apply for a Volunteer Position
Project Kial has run 365 days a year since the project was started
in 2003. We can always use an extra set of hands to help lighten the
load. To apply for a volunteer position contact us by email
or complete the volunteer
application form or speak with one of the project team coordinators
whose contact details are below:
Peter Brooks, Chairperson. Phone: +61 (0)7 4935 6076
Lee Curtis, Grant Writer. Phone: +61 (0)7 4095-3155
Robert Moore, Vol. Coordinator-Treasurer. Phone: +61
(0)7 4778 2629
Mobile +61 (0) 4 0762 3777 Email: info@aace.org.au