Our Volunteers

Three cheers for Rob and Dasher

Monday mornings at Wandana Community Centre wouldn't be the same without Rob Carver and his trusty sidekick, Dasher.

The duo play important roles in the Centre's sprawling community garden, where Rob oversees repairs and Dasher keeps everyone on their toes.

"He makes sure everyone's occupied with something to do, even if that's just throwing the ball for him," said Rob, one of 10 active volunteers at Wandana.

In search of a new challenge, Rob put up his hand to help at the Gilles Plains site three years ago. A retired builder, he knew he had plenty to offer and promptly set to work.

"At home, I've done everything; if a blade of grass comes up, it's gone!" Rob said.

"With my wife in aged care, I like to keep myself busy outside, and everyone here is absolutely fantastic."

Rob is grateful for the opportunities, friends and sense of purpose he's found at Wandana.

"When I go home each Monday, I feel I've achieved something. I look back and think, that was good, I did a nice job," he said.

"If the opportunity comes up to volunteer, you're mad if you don't take it."