Guide Dogs WA

03/06/2026

Australia’s next Census is on Tuesday 11 August 2026.

Census data helps governments and not-for-profits make important decisions about local services for our community.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics is currently accepting applications for Community Field Officers! Community Field Officers support people from all cultures and communities to complete their Census form. They provide information about the Census and help people in-person to complete their form.

They are looking for a range of people with lived experience and experience working with:

· People living with disability
· People experiencing homelessness
· Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
· People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
· Youth and older Australians

These jobs are temporary, flexible and close to home, and suit a variety of schedules.

If you are interested in applying, please go to census.abs.gov.au/jobs for more information.

03/06/2026

Please welcome to the stage, the puppies of P litter! Pugsley, Pebbles, Pumba, Pancho, Phantom, Paisley, Paddy, Piere, and Peanut… Try saying that nine times fast!

These 9 little rascals are the litter of Rio – quite a handful if you ask us!

In just 2 years, these little pups could be changing lives of Western Australians in need as a Guide or Assistance Dog.

To give these pups and others just like them the best start in life, please consider donating or becoming one of our Puppy Raiser volunteers.

To donate, please visit: https://bit.ly/3PeV6C0

Learn more about becoming a Puppy Raiser, please visit: https://bit.ly/431RMxb

02/06/2026

This Tax Appeal, you have the power to change lives.
Patrick’s story is just one example of how Guide Dogs WA and VisAbility supports people to live with independence and confidence every day.
From guide dog partnerships to essential allied health support services, your generosity makes it all possible.
💙 With the end of financial year approaching, now is the perfect time to give.

Your donation will help more people like Patrick access the support they need to thrive.
👉 Donate now: https://bit.ly/4uMfytB
Together, we can create a more inclusive community.

30/05/2026

Guide Dog in-training Rosie was the star of the show during a recent visit from the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety ahead of International Guide Dog Day.

Thanks to the WA Government’s additional $5 million investment in our local Breeding and Cadet Training Program, we’re helping raise more purpose-bred Guide and Assistance Dogs for Western Australians, while also growing a passionate local workforce of dog trainers and mobility instructors.

See what Rosie had to say and meet her adorable little sister, Queso! ⤵️

This is "Guide Dogs Day" by LGIRS on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them.

29/05/2026

Earlier this week, we went out to PwC Australia in Perth for a visit. While we were there, we were lucky enough to be joined by PwC Australia's CEO, Kevin Burrowes.

PwC have been long-time supporters of Guide Dogs WA, and it's always great to get to tell them what we've been up to. And, of course, our superstar Ambassador dogs - Greg and Zuma, always steal the show!

This visit was organised by PwC Perth's Ability network, an employee-led community within PwC Australia, dedicated to supporting staff with disabilities.

If your organisation would like to find out more about a visit, please reach out to us at: [email protected]

27/05/2026

Our latest PawPrints is out.

Inside, you’ll find stories of programs and initiatives changing lives every day — designed with a fresh new look to better reflect the work we do and the impact we’re making across Western Australia and Tasmania.

Meet our 200th pup, Nero, plus other new arrivals, and find out interesting facts about our breeding program. Learn about the transformative impact a companion dog is making on one family; see highlights from International Guide Dog Day celebrations, and more.

Click on the link to read our latest edition: https://bit.ly/4x7LutY

25/05/2026

On Friday night, our incredible volunteers and staff from Guide Dogs WA and VisAbility joined fellow community groups at the Town of Victoria Park Volunteer Sundowner.
A perfect way to close out National Volunteer Week, the evening was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the people who give their time, care and energy to strengthen our community.
While we didn’t take home an award this year, we’re so proud to have been nominated alongside so many inspiring individuals and organisations making a difference every day.
It was a fantastic evening connecting, celebrating and recognising the everyday heroes who make our community stronger.
Thank you to the Town of Victoria Park for hosting such a meaningful event — and to our volunteers, we couldn’t do what we do without you.

22/05/2026

We’re proud to celebrate our partnership with the Boronia Pre‑Release Centre for Women, which has been recognised with the Community Partnership Award at Department of Justice WA’s Corrective Services Awards.

Through this program that began in 2024, women at Boronia help raise and train our future Guide and Assistance Dogs — building confidence and skills and making a positive contribution to the community while giving puppies the best start in life.

One of the first pups to go through the program, Pablo, is already supporting a young person living with autism.

Congratulations to the Boronia Puppy Team on this well‑deserved achievement. This partnership continues to change lives — both human and canine — across Western Australia.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4dILAiF