Volunteer Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Organisation

AWARE is a 100% volunteer wildlife rescue and rehabilitation organisation operating in Frankston and surrounding suburbs within Victoria. For wildlife emergencies please call our 24 hour hotline.

Emergency Call

Email (non-emergencies only)

AWARE (Australian Wildlife Assistance Rescue and Education) was incorporated in March 2005 and is registered as an Environmental Charity with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status (meaning monetary donations are tax deductible). AWARE is proud to display the Australian Charities and Not-for-profit Commission (ACNC) “Registered Charity Tick”. When displayed, the ACNC Registered Charity Tick provides reassurance that the charity is both transparent and accountable so that you know you can donate with confidence. To read more about the ACNC tick, click here.