Animal Welfare League NSW - Hawkesbury Valley Branch
'Caring for pets and their people' ... in the Hawkesbury and Penrith Council areas. Cat Welfare Officer -
Dog Welfare Officer -
Desexing Enquiries -
Animal Welfare League NSW™ (AWL NSW) is a registered charity that has been operating for more than 60 years. We provide care to surrendered, neglected and abandoned companion animals across New South Wales. Hawkesbury Valley Branch is just one of the AWL NSW branches located across NSW, managed and operated by local community volunteers. We do not have an animal shelter and all of our animals are
fostered in private homes. Appointments can be made to meet any of our animals Monday to Saturday. Please be aware that we are all volunteers and as such have other commitments on our time. If we do not answer the phone immediately, please leave a message and we will get back to you as soon as we can. We can be contacted on 0400293116. With the support of Animal Welfare League NSW we offer subsidised desexing for pets. You can enquiry about eligibility by calling 0492 125 163. Note: As volunteers we cannot perform investigations. Suspected cases of cruelty or neglect can be reported to the Inspectors by emailing [email protected] or phoning 02 8899 3333. All reports are confidential.
07/09/2025
We are looking for dog and cat/kitten foster carers.
Preferable:
* Live in the Hawkesbury area or surrounds.
* Have your own transport
* Have a suitable, safe area for your foster
* Cats inside only. Dogs inside/outside.
* Able to attend vet appointments as scheduled
* Experience with animals preferred but not essential
* Able to spend time socialising your foster
We supply food, wormers/flea treatments
All veterinary expenses are covered
House checks are required.
Carers have first option to adopt.
If you think you might be interested, please complete our Foster Care Application at bit.ly/branchfosterapplication call 0400293116 or message this page for more information.
02/09/2025
Help make a difference in our community.
Our Op Shop in South Windsor is currently looking for volunteers. The shop is open Tuesday to Friday 9-4 and Saturdays 9-1pm.
Full and half days available, or just a few hours.
Approved Voluntary Work Organisation.
Details on how to apply are in the flyer.
28/08/2025
😻. This cheeky chappie is OTIS.
At four months of age OTIS is ready to find his forever family.
Otis is a confident, outgoing kitten who would make a great addition to any household. He's definitely one of our favourites and his fun loving personality is sure to keep you entertained.
Otis is desexed, vaccinated, microchipped with flea and worm treatments up to date. He is litter trained and his adoption fee is $150. Although he's in excellent health, all AWL kittens come with a 14 day health guarantee.
If you would like to meet Otis, please call Anne on 0400293116.
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27/08/2025
😻. SAPPHIRE is still waiting for the right person to come along.
This lovely girl arrived sick, starving and terrified. It's taken her a little while to understand that she is safe but now that she does, she is turning into an affectionate little purring machine. It may still take her a few days to settle into a new home, but your patience and caring will see her blossom in no time.
Small children can still worry her so a home with either adults only or older children would suit her best.
Sapphire is 14 weeks old. She is desexed, microchipped, vaccinated, worm & flea treated and litter trained. Her adoption fee is $150.
If you think you can offer Sapphire the right home, please contact Anne on 0400293116.
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14/08/2025
💖 KITTY's foster carer has fallen in love and she has become a "foster fail". Kitty wandered into her carers yard starving and thin and we are so glad this lovely girl has found her forever home.
08/08/2025
07/08/2025
INTRODUCING SAPPHIRE
This sweet little one may be a bit shy at first, but beneath that gentle exterior lies a heart full of love waiting to blossom. With a patient and understanding adopter, she'll slowly come out of her shell and reveal her playful, affectionate side. She's a wonderful companion for a quiet home where she can feel safe and secure. Sapphire is a quiet kitten with good house manners and if you're a couch potato, Sapphire would love to keep you company.
Sapphire was found abandoned with her brother Axel but has quickly responded to kindness and love.
Sapphire is 12 weeks of age, desexed, vaccinated x 2, microchipped. She is also litter trained with flea and worm treatments up to date.
If you think Sapphire is the kitten for you, please give us a call on 0400193116.
If you are looking to adopt two kittens, please consider Alex and Sapphire as we are happy to offer a discount.
07/08/2025
INTRODUCING AXEL
It wont take long for this handsome young man to find a spot in your heart.
Axel loves a cuddle, enjoys a chin scratch, warm beds, turning a bit of fluff into a game and finding the best sunny spot in the house to settle for a snooze.
Axel does get along with other animals but would be happiest in a calm environment with no small children.
An inside home for Axel where he can feel safe and secure is required.
Axel is 11 weeks of age, desexed, vaccinated x 2, microchipped litter trained with flea and worm treatments up to date. If you have the perfect home for Axel we would love to hear from you. Please give us a call on 0400 293 116. Axels adoption fee is $150.
If you are looking to adopt two kittens, please consider Axel and His sister Sapphire (ID 79841). Reduced adoption fee is available for two.
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31/07/2025
Please help us keep our shop open - can you spare a few hours?
31/07/2025
National Desexing Month has ended however, assistance is still available to residents of Hawkesbury and Penrith Council areas who qualify.
23/07/2025
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Our fundraising OP Shop in South Windsor has been so busy
that we are running low on stock. Donations of saleable items are urgently needed (we are fully stocked for books & DVDs)
03/07/2025
A big shout out and thank you to the Lions Pride Holden Car Club NSW for their generous donation of $1500 last night.
This money will help us continue our work in the community with our rescue work, subsidised desexing and microchipping scheme, and subsidised vaccination clinics.
Address
519 George Street, South Windsor Hawkesbury, NSW 2756
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Send a message to Animal Welfare League NSW - Hawkesbury Valley Branch:
Animal Welfare League NSW (AWL NSW) is a registered charity that has been caring for surrendered, neglected and abandoned animals for over 60 years. AWL has a team of Inspectors who respond to reports of cruelty or neglect to animals across NSW.
Hawkesbury Valley is one of the AWL NSW volunteer branches, managed and operated by local community volunteers. We do not have an animal shelter and operate largely using foster carers.
If you wish to contact us, please ring our branch phone 0400 293 116 and leave a detailed message or alternatively message our page. Please be aware that we are all volunteers and as such have other commitments on our time. We will get back to you as soon as we can.
Note: As volunteers we cannot perform investigations. Suspected cases of cruelty or neglect can be reported to the Inspectors by emailing [email protected] or phoning 02 8899 3333. All reports are confidential.
If you would care to make a donation to our branch, please find the details below:Account Hawkesbury Valley- Animal Welfare League
BSB 633-000 Account No. 154028351
AWL NSW volunteer branches offer the following services:
- Caring for surrendered animals
- Adopting dogs, cats, puppies and kittens
- Subsidised Desexing Programs for financially disadvantaged people to have their animals desexed
- Fundraising and events
- Building relationships with local Council and community groups to assist with animal welfare issues in the region
As AWL NSW branches are run by volunteers and are always in need of new faces to join their dedicated teams. There are many opportunities available to help animals at your local branch, some of which may include:
Donations: Every branch needs donations in order to survive and continue their work with local animals. Contact your local branch to make a donation, or participate in one of their fundraising events.
Events: Branches regularly participate in events to help raise money for their cause. This may be anything from a BBQ at Bunnings to a stall at a local fair. Events are a great way to be involved with your local branch if you can’t commit to set days every week.
Fundraising: You can raise money for your local branch by initiating your own fundraising activities. Coin drives at your school and placing donation tins at your place of work are great ways you can raise money to help animals.
Foster care: If you have space at your place for an animal awaiting a home you may be able to foster through your local branch. Fostering is a great hands-on experience which gives you the opportunity to see first-hand the difference you’re making.
Animal transportation: Sometimes animals in branch care need to travel for appointments and their foster parents or other branch members may not be available to do it. If you have reliable transportation and would like to “help when you can” you can offer your animal transportation services to your local branch.
Admin: Like all organisations, AWL NSW Branches must complete paperwork and hold regular meetings which require minute taking. If you have admin experience you may be able to lend your skill set to your local branch.
Photography: Branches that are involved in rehoming animals always need good photography to showcase their animals in the best light. If you have a knack for photography and a love of animals your local branch may be able to utilise your skills.
