Volunteering is any activity that involves putting your unpaid time, energy and skills for the greater good.

Volunteers create positive changes in many areas – human rights, faith communities, health, education, sports and recreation, social services, arts and culture, emergency services, the environment and conservation, animal welfare, and community support development – and that’s just the beginning.

Why do people volunteer?

• To learn new skills, knowledge and experience
• To develop existing skills, knowledge and experience
• To find new passions
• To meet new people and forming long-term friends and partnerships
• To contribute to a good cause
• To make an invaluable difference
• To have fun!
• To develop English language skills

Things to Know

• Volunteering can take as little as one hour per week. Different roles require different amounts of time and commitment.
• You can volunteer on weekdays or evenings and weekends – it’s up to you. Some roles can only be performed at certain times, but there is something suitable for everyone.
• You don’t need to have specific skills or experience to volunteer. Many roles involve training so it can be a great opportunity to try something new!