Published on Wednesday, 16 September 2026 at 3:00:40 PM

The Shire of Donnybrook Balingup will soon be trialling a Volunteer Camp Host Program at the Donnybrook and Balingup Transit Parks, which is planned to take place over the summer months.

The program aims to enhance the visitor experience by providing a friendly, welcoming presence within our transit parks while supporting the ongoing management of these popular facilities. Camp Hosts will play an important role in helping visitors feel welcome, sharing information about local attractions and services, and reporting any issues they observe to the Shire.

The program is designed for experienced campers and caravanners who enjoy meeting people, have a passion for regional travel, and are keen to contribute to the local community. In return, hosts will have the opportunity to stay within one of the Shire's transit parks while helping create a positive experience for visitors exploring the Donnybrook Balingup region.

Importantly, Camp Hosts are volunteers and are not Rangers, compliance officers, security staff, maintenance workers or emergency responders. Their role is to observe, assist and report, rather than enforce rules or intervene in disputes.

While Camp Hosts may provide general information to visitors and report maintenance, safety or operational concerns, responsibility for compliance, enforcement, maintenance works and emergency response remains with authorised Shire staff and relevant authorities.

The Volunteer Camp Host Program forms part of the Shire's commitment to supporting tourism, improving visitor experiences and encourage community involvement across our transit parks.

Interested in becoming a Volunteer Camp Host?

The Shire will soon be accepting Expressions of Interest for the program - further information is coming soon, so watch this space!

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