For over 30 years, Mignon McHendrie has brought compassion and education to her community, rescuing and caring for the Northern Territory’s unique wildlife.
As head of the community organisation, Wildcare Incorporated, Mignon is at the helm of a team of volunteers who rescue wildlife. She also donates her time to working with remote communities, including organising for animals to be flown to Darwin for specialised care.
As a volunteer, the wildlife warrior shoulders a large responsibility: applying for government grants, managing finances, recruiting and coordinating volunteers for rescues and facilitating board meetings. Organising fundraising events and managing public relations is also part of her considerable remit.
Mignon is expanding the work of Wildcare Incorporated by training the community on how to care for orphaned baby animals and licenses the taking of animals with carers into local schools. A true advocate for Australia’s treasured wildlife, Mignon’s kindness and compassion are contagious.