Volunteering in the Wheatbelt region was in the spotlight throughout 2019, following a decision to no longer hold the fortnightly Northam Farmer's Markets and not launch a community cinema due to a lack of volunteers.
As a result, the Avon Valley and Wheatbelt Advocate launched an investigative series exploring into the topic.
January 2019
Photo: Eliza Wynn.
February 2019
Vollies wanted: The Shire of Northam is running a recruitment drive to ensure properties and lives can be protected during the bushfire season. Photo: Michele Blackhurst.
March 2019
Minister's say: Minister for Volunteering Mick Murray has said Northam's lack of volunteers is disappointing. Photo: Collie Mail/ Angie Roe Photography.
Despite concluding the formal series looking into volunteering, stories continued to emerge throughout the remainder of 2019.
May 2019
Photo: Supplied.
July 2019
Northam Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service volunteers Garrick Doye, Cameron Fernihough, Peter Gibbs and captain Scott Horlin. Photo: Carla Hildebrandt.
August 2019
A team effort: The Northam Lions Club and Fresh Start Recovery Program have teamed up to benefit the greater good. Photo: Eliza Wynn.
September 2019
Steve Douglas with St John Chairman Shayne Leslie.
November 2019
Photo: Supplied.
December 2019
Colourful characters: Volunteers were invtied to wear red on International Volunteer Day. Photo: Supplied.
Eliza Wynn
Journalist
