Found 61 volunteering opportunities in Australia

Help facilitate play, activities and distraction for patients, siblings and visitors at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. Join our volunteer team to provide moments of happiness and social connection in the hospital environment.

Are you handy with cars or enjoy tinkering in the garage? Have a few spare hours a week or fortnight? Looking to give back to your community?

Are you passionate about animal welfare and have always thought about volunteering but didn’t know where to start? Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community?

Altru is an international charity based in Australia, our aim is to move awareness into action for those in need. We do this through; 1. Support, care and outreach programs; and 2. Events and activities designed to provide support and relief for the beneficiaries, through relief, education (tutoring) and development mentoring programs.

HammondCare Braeside Hospital offers rehab, palliative care and older persons mental health services. We're searching for someone to volunteer their time to come and visit to spend time engaging with patients by playing our Reverie Harp, You’ll bring joy to each person every time you enter the room.

Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is looking for long term volunteers to support Australians affected by breast cancer. BCNA's My Care Kit is for women who have recently had breast cancer surgery. Thanks to support from Berlei, BCNA supplies specially designed Berlei bras and soft forms to those women free of charge. We are looking for people to help pack and send the kits. You can read more about the kits here: bcna.org.au/my-care-kit.

The Parkland Residential Aged Care Volunteers offer support and companionship to 70 residents so they live a meaningful and dignified life. #seniors#aged care#companionship#art and craft#reading#puzzles

Do you enjoy pottering around in the garden and being outdoors? As a not for profit organisation, we rely on the support of the community to help find our shelter animals forever homes. This rewarding volunteer role involves maintaining already established gardens including watering, weeding, mulching, hedge trimming, and may also include some small maintenance tasks, depending on the individual needs of the Rehoming Centre.

Contribute to community projects and make a positive impact. Work with a supportive and passionate team. Expand your professional network. Prepare surfaces and apply paint for a flawless finish. Repair and replace damaged panels.Perform mechanical repairs and maintenance on vehicles. Follow safety protocols and ensure proper use of equipment

Volunteers who play a musical instruments are required to play to palliative care patients

To support patients of the Palliative Care Service, as well as their families and carers. There are various roles available which can involve hospital or home-based patient and carer support, or administrative assistance.

We are looking for a beauty therapist of any kind to assist in giving seniors a special pampering session with facials, haircuts or manicures

Are you interested in the therapeutic benefits of music in a palliative care setting for patient's relaxation and enjoyment? The Reverie Harp is a small, handcrafted, and easy-to-play musical instrument designed for therapeutic purposes. Its soothing, melodic tones promote relaxation, emotional comfort, and stress reduction.

Do you like effecting hands on, tangible change? Results you can see? Not afraid of a little hard work? Yes, yes and yes – cool! Want to use these superpowers for good and have a positive impact on the rescue and rehabilitation of domestic companion animals and wildlife. The Rescue Collective is looking for passionate people to help us with our working bees and transporting of supplies.

Are you a problem solver with a knack for fixing things? Luckystars seeks volunteer Handy Persons. Whether you prefer solo projects or teamwork, this role offers a chance to contribute positively. Responsibilities include maintenance, repairs, special projects like carpentry, painting, and plumbing. Requirements: familiarity with hand tools, eagerness to learn, ability to work in teams or independently. Benefits: learn new skills, flexible hours, and help maintain a safe space.

WORDPRESS EXPERTS needed to help maintain and upgrade website ongoing. Also help with graphic designing reports, Social Media maintenance. Writing articles and blogs on website LBL Philanthropy is seeking an experienced and extremely creative minded individuals to join our team to help with redesigning and upgrading our website to look more creative and maintain our social media platform

Volunteers are needed during weekend hours to host fun activities for our residents.

As a Volunteer Administrative Worker within our Maintenance Team, you will provide crucial support to ensure the smooth operation of maintenance activities. Your role will involve administrative tasks that contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the maintenance team's operations. This position requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with team members.

As a Volunteer for the Santa Paws Charity Event, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of the event. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact in your community and help raise awareness about animal welfare.

As a Volunteer Activity and Entertainment Coordinator for the annual Santa Paws Event, you will play a crucial role in organising and managing various activities aimed at raising funds and awareness for our cause. You will be responsible for planning and executing engaging and impactful activities that attract participants and donors while ensuring a positive experience for both volunteers and attendees. This role requires creativity, organisation, a passion for dogs and charitable work.