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Our volunteers play a vital role in delivering community programs that support health, wellbeing, and connection across the local community.

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Our Volunteers make it all possible.

From fair food and nutrition initiatives to walking programs, community events, and after-school youth programs, we offer a wide range of volunteer opportunities suited to people of all skills, abilities, and availability.

Whatever motivates you to volunteer, Learning new skills, meeting people, or giving back, you’ll find a supportive team and a chance to create real impact.

Volunteering in the Local Community

We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Our volunteering opportunities are open to:

  • Community members looking to get involved locally
  • Parents seeking flexible volunteering options
  • Young people wanting to build confidence and experience
  • Mature-age volunteers keen to share their skills

We also offer placements and internships for students studying at TAFE and university, with formal recognition available for UOW students through the UOWx program.

We strive to make volunteering accessible. If you need additional support or adjustments to get involved, please reach out — we’re happy to help.

Community Programs You Can Support

  • Nutrition, cooking, and healthy eating programs
  • Health promotion and public health initiatives
  • Youth and after-school programs
  • Events and community engagement activities
  • Community walking programs

The Impact of Volunteering

In 2023–24, volunteers contributed more than 5,104 hours of volunteering, representing over $175,000 in in-kind support to our programs and services.

Ground experience

“The best thing about being a Healthy Cities volunteer is the real-world impact you see through your volunteering experience.”

Sonja Stone, Active In-Betweens Volunteer

Interested in Volunteering with us?

Hit apply, and our Volunteer Coordinator, Ingrid, will be in touch to chat about the opportunities available and how you can get involved. Whether you’re passionate about community programs, health initiatives, or just want to give back, we’d love to have you on board!

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Why volunteer with Healthy Cities Australia?

Volunteering with us gives you the opportunity to:

  1. Gain practical skills and real-world experience in a public health setting
  2. Build communication skills, confidence, and teamwork experience
  3. Meet new people and connect with your local community
  4. Receive ongoing support, training, and development
  5. Strengthen your resume and professional network
  6. Gain relevant experience for future roles in health, community services, and education

Youth Volunteering Program

Our Youth Volunteering Program offers previous Active In-Betweens participants the chance to step into peer leadership roles once they age out of the program.

Youth volunteers:

(*) Gain leadership and facilitation experience

(*) Develop strong communication skills

(*) Mentor younger children and act as positive role models

(*) Build confidence and a sense of purpose

(*) Stay connected to their community

With guidance from staff, young people support program delivery, share insights on youth health concerns, and participate in advocacy and wider community engagement events that promote healthy people and healthy cities.

“I really like being a youth volunteer because of all the amazing opportunities and different experiences. I also really enjoy working with the kids, it’s great getting to know each of them and their interests.” — Alysse, Youth Volunteer

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