Fruit loop
Tree health check success!
Anton on the tools while Ling and Jasper learn about how to care for their apple tree.
Launching season two of Fruit Rescue with free fruit tree health checks
We’re excited to offer free fruit tree health checks to coincide with the launch of our second harvest season. We’ve got an ambitious goal of rescuing two tonnes of fruit to redistribute in the community.
Making the best of a meagre olive season
Jelly time! Part of Fruit Rescue's goal is to create connections and build community resilience, so we asked the wonderful Di to come and share some of her wisdom on making beautiful quince jelly and paste.
The futures in good hands with Green Futures Now
Fruit Rescue was busy chatting to the next generation of leaders at the Green Futures Now! a youth program by Warrnambool City Council
Jelly time!
Jelly time! Part of Fruit Rescue's goal is to create connections and build community resilience, so we asked the wonderful Di to come and share some of her wisdom on making beautiful quince jelly and paste.
Fruit Rescue saves a tonne of fruit in the south west
Fruit Rescue volunteers have been busy collecting surplus fruit that would otherwise go to waste from public spaces and gardens to be redirected to those in need, reaching a major milestone this week.
The need for Fruit Rescue
It doesn’t matter which way you slice it, there is a need in Warrnambool and surrounds for Fruit Rescue. Here are a few reasons how we help the region.
Volunteer information and hints
Our volunteers are critical to the success of Fruit Rescue, here are some handy hints and information to explain a bit more about the role.
Fruit Rescue launches ahead of South West Volunteer Expo
A new volunteer organisation is rescuing excess fruit from trees across Warrnambool and redirecting it to people who need it.
Fruit Rescue heads to Koroit’s Picnic in the Paddock
Fruit Rescue partnered up with our friends at Koroit Community Produce & Plant Swap to spread the word about how great it is to connect with community.
We made the front page!
Ahead of our official launch, we’re excited to be featured in the Warrnambool Standard
When is it ripe?
It can be tricky to know when it’s the right time to pick. Our guidelines can help you to work out when to contact us for a harvest.
Who’s behind Fruit Rescue?
It takes a team to run a great project. Find out who is behind the scenes making Fruit Rescue happen.