Wildlife Information Rescue And Education Service Limited

Donation Funded iconThis charity receives a significant portion of its funding (specifically, more than 30% of its total revenue) directly from donations and bequests. This indicates that public contributions are a crucial financial lifeline for their mission.Volunteer Powered iconThis charity relies heavily on the incredible dedication of volunteers. It means their operations are significantly powered by volunteer efforts, where the collective contribution of volunteers is either substantial compared to paid staff, or their work is entirely run by volunteers. Your time and skills could make a huge difference here!
Website:
www.wires.org.au
ABN:
30 768 872 928
Main Address:
U 1 117 Old Pittwater Rd, Brookvale, NSW, 2100
Charity Size:
LargeLarge charities, those with an annual revenue of $3 million or more, operate on a significant scale, often driving change at a state or national level. Think of well-known organisations working in areas like medical research, international aid, or large-scale environmental conservation.

These charities have the resources and influence to implement large-scale initiatives, conduct vital research, and advocate for policy reform. They offer opportunities to contribute to systemic change and address pressing global challenges.

Charity Type:
Animal welfare, Law and advocacy
Registration Status:
Registeredthe charity’s registration is active
Religious Affiliation:
No Religious AffiliationThis category comprises charities that do not have any religious affiliation. They operate independently of specific religious doctrines and focus on their mission based on secular principles
DGR Status:
Not Tax DeductibleThis charity or fund is currently not recognised by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations made to this entity are generally not tax-deductible for the donor. This status indicates the entity does not hold active DGR endorsement, based on official ABR data.
WIRES is Australia s largest wildlife rescue organisation. WIRES mission is to actively rehabilitate and preserve Australian wildlife and inspire others to do the same, and WIRES has been rescuing and caring for sick, injured and orphaned native animals for over 35 years. WIRES operate a dedicated Wildlife Rescue Office assisting wildlife and the community across Australia 24hours a day, 365 days a year. WIRES receives over 180,000 calls to our 1300 number and provide rescue advice and assistance for over 130,000 animals annually, as well as provide fulltime mobile Wildlife Emergency Responders operating across Greater Sydney, SouthEast Queensland and Tasmania. WIRES provides significant national support annually for dozens of projects to assist with wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, research and recovery, and works nationally with strategic partners across Australia to support the recovery of wildlife habitat and the preservation of native species in the wild. WIRES is committed to implementing projects and programs designed to deliver the best longterm outcomes for native animals. Key priorities for WIRES include; increasing wildlife rescue and rehabilitation capacity nationally, improving emergency response capability, supporting critical habitat projects and species conservation programs.

Only Active in Australia

Staffing DetailsCharities report the number of full-time, part-time, and casual employees, as well as volunteers, for the last pay period of their reporting year.

MetricCharity ValueAverage (Large)
Full Time3271
Part Time1568
Casual3544
Volunteers4000266
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) is a calculation that represents the number of full-time employees a charity would have if you combined the hours of all its part-time and casual staff.62.90152.98
FTE to Volunteer RatioThis ratio compares the number of volunteers to the number of paid full-time equivalent staff. A higher percentage indicates a greater reliance on volunteers.6359%5493%
Avg Employee Expenses per FTEThis is the average amount of employee-related expenses (like salary and benefits) spent per full-time equivalent staff member.$88,823$135,966

Related Party TransactionsA transaction between the charity and a person or entity closely connected to the charity, such as a board member, a major donor, or their family members. These must be disclosed to ensure transparency.

Has Related Party Transactions: No

Has Documented Policies:Indicates whether the charity has formal, documented rules and procedures for managing and reporting transactions with related parties. N

Key Management Personnel (KMP)Key Management Personnel (KMP) are the people who have the authority and responsibility for planning, directing, and controlling the charity's activities. This typically includes board members and senior executives.

Number of KMP: 0

Total KMP Remuneration:The total amount of salary, benefits, and other payments provided to all Key Management Personnel during the reporting period. This is only a required disclosure for large charities. $0

Average Remuneration per KMP (All Large Charities): $153,236

Most Recent Annual Information Submitted 2022

Lodgement was submitted on time.

Reporting Requirements for a Large Charity (Annual revenue of $3 million or more)

Large charities must submit an Annual Information Statement (AIS) and an audited financial report. This is the most comprehensive level of reporting, requiring detailed financial statements and disclosure of key management personnel remuneration. The audit must be conducted by a registered company auditor.

CategoryCharity ValueAustralian Average (Large)
Net Surplus/DeficitThe difference between a charity's total income and its total expenses for the reporting period. A surplus means income was greater than expenses, while a deficit means expenses were greater than income.$-7,134,533$1,935,785
Net Assets/LiabilitiesThe value of what a charity owns (assets) minus what it owes (liabilities). This is also known as total equity or net worth, representing the overall financial position.$84,426,852$33,917,866
Total RevenueTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted.$8,538,565$25,768,468
Donations and BequestsIncome received from individuals, foundations, or corporations in the form of gifts, donations, and bequests (gifts left in a will). $7,054,125 $1,414,701
Revenue from Goods and ServicesIncome generated from selling goods or providing services that are part of the charity's mission or fundraising activities. $0 $0
Revenue from GovernmentFunding received from local, state, or federal government bodies, including grants and contracts for services. $69,020 $13,200,447
Revenue from InvestmentsIncome earned from the charity's investments, such as interest from bank accounts, dividends from shares, and rent from property. $232,646 $667,106
Other RevenueIncome from any other sources that don't fit into the main categories. $456,919 $1,680,149
Other IncomeOther non-operating income, such as one-off gains from the sale of assets. $18,208 $413,492
Total ExpensesThe total cost incurred by the charity in carrying out its activities, including program, administrative, and fundraising costs.$15,673,098$23,825,430
Employee ExpensesAll costs related to paying staff, including salaries and wages, superannuation, and other employee benefits. $5,586,952 $13,501,321
Grants and Donations (Australia)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals within Australia to support their work. $4,051,770 $950,372
Grants and Donations (Overseas)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals outside of Australia for international aid and development. $0 $250,150
Interest ExpensesThe cost of borrowed funds, such as interest paid on loans or mortgages. $0 $216,464
Other ExpensesAll other operational expenses not classified elsewhere, such as administration, fundraising, and program-specific costs. $6,034,376 $8,907,710
Other Comprehensive IncomeIncome and expenses, such as revaluation surplus, that are not recognised in the net surplus/deficit but are included in total comprehensive income. $0 $0
Total Comprehensive IncomeNet Surplus/Deficit plus Other Comprehensive Income. It represents the total change in a charity's net assets from all transactions and events. $0 $0
Total AssetsThe total value of everything the charity owns that has monetary value, including cash, investments, buildings, and equipment.$87,514,302$53,416,945
Total Current AssetsAssets that are expected to be used or converted into cash within one year, such as cash in the bank and short-term investments. $84,184,220 $13,603,790
Non-current Loans ReceivableMoney owed to the charity from loans it has made, which is not expected to be repaid within one year. $0 $979,859
Other Non-current AssetsLong-term assets not classified elsewhere, such as property, plant, and equipment. $3,330,082 $38,827,504
Total Non-current AssetsAssets that are not expected to be used or converted into cash within one year, such as land and buildings. $3,330,082 $39,813,155
Total LiabilitiesThe total amount of money and obligations the charity owes to others.$3,087,450$19,499,079
Total Current LiabilitiesDebts and obligations that are due to be paid within one year, such as accounts payable and short-term loans. $1,284,230 $11,450,927
Non-current Loans PayableMoney the charity owes from loans it has received, which is not due to be paid within one year. $0 $3,633,520
Other Non-current LiabilitiesLong-term debts and obligations not classified elsewhere. $1,803,220 $4,414,821
Total Non-current LiabilitiesDebts and obligations that are not due to be paid within one year. $1,803,220 $8,048,152