NEW 2026
After the success of the Volunteer Handbook, a significant review was undertaken and the Volunteer Guide was released in August 2026.
The Guide has been designed to support new and existing volunteers throughout their volunteering journey.
By picking up this handbook, you've already taken an important step. It shows you care about helping others and want to volunteer well. Whether you're just starting out or you've been volunteering for years, this Guide is here to support you.
You matter. The time you give, the skills you share, the energy you bring, make a real difference. Volunteering isn't just a nice thing to do- it’s a big part of how Australian communities stay strong, and you're part of that.
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Volunteering In Sector Guides
These guides have been designed to provide an understanding of the requirements and considerations for volunteering in specific sectors. They do not provide and exhaustive list and should always carefully consider the requirements and expectations of any volunteer opportunity you pursue.
Volunteering in Cultural and Creative Industries
Volunteering in Emergency and Disaster Response
Volunteering in Environment and Conservation
Volunteering in Recreation and Events
Volunteering in Welfare and Community Services
Click on the attachments below or in the side panel to download and print a PDF version of the full Volunteer Guide or Volunteering in Sector guides for offline use.
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