The Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is open to the public 7 days a week and offers a comprehensive daily activity schedule including Keeper talks and wildlife presentations including Free Flight Birds. The park also offers interactive wildlife experiences that give you an up-close and personal experience with native animals. The Sanctuary also has a café, a unique retail store, with a focus on locally produced and sustainable gifts alongside a large fine-foods department and hot-nut bar.

Our team works alongside our partners to increase awareness and preservation of threatened and endangered species, with the primary objective to rescue, rehabilitate and release.

Our aim is to bring awareness to the importance of respecting our natural world alongside the community, by creating experiences that enable visitors to leave feeling fulfilled and having a newfound enjoyment of what Australia’s natural flora and fauna have to offer.

“Our vision is to develop the Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary into a world class bio park with a focus on Australian Wildlife through conservation, education, indigenous engagement and ecotourism initiatives”.

We are excited to establish a volunteer program at the Sanctuary. What's in it for you? Be a Wildlife Hero: Every latte you serve and souvenir you sell helps fund the care and rehabilitation of our amazing animals.

Learn & Grow: Gain valuable customer service experience and learn about wildlife conservation from our knowledgeable team.

Make New Friends: Connect with fellow wildlife enthusiasts and become part of our sanctuary family.

Flexible Hours: We offer a variety of shifts to fit your schedule, whether you’re a morning person or a late riser.

Fun Environment: Enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of our café and shop while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature.

What You'll Do:

• Greet and assist visitors with a smile.
• Serve delicious drinks and snacks in our café.
• Help maintain a clean and welcoming environment.
• Share information about our sanctuary and its mission.
• Stock and organise merchandise in the shop.

Who We're Looking For:

• Friendly and outgoing individuals who love interacting with people.
• Passionate about wildlife conservation and eager to make a difference.
• Reliable and able to commit to a regular volunteer schedule. No prior experience necessary – just bring your enthusiasm!

We look forward to having you as part of our team!