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City of Greater Shepparton
URL: http://www.greatershepparton.com.au/residents/volunteers/volunteeropportunities/
Volunteer opportunities
This section contains information on volunteer opportunities within Council.
There are many opportunities to volunteer within the Council.
Meals on Wheels
Businesses and individual volunteers are encouraged to participate in the Meals on Wheels program and make a worthwhile contribution to their community. Not only will they be helping deliver essential meals, but will also provide much-needed social contact for people who may be housebound.
Volunteers are required on a regular basis and once allocated to a ‘meal round' are then rostered four weekly on a day that suits them. Meals are delivered from 11.15am daily and all that is required is 1 - 1˝ hours per month and a vehicle. A voucher to assist with fuel costs is provided. Volunteers must be willing to undergo a police check and unfortunately cannot be rostered until this is completed.
Contact: Council's Meals on Wheels Coordinator on (03) 5832 9808
Planned Activity Groups
Planned Activity Groups offer a wide range of activities for frail older adults and people with a permanent disability who may be socially isolated. Volunteers are required on a regular basis to assist staff in various aspects of the program. These may include assisting with outings, centre based activities or food preparation.
Contact: Council's Aged and Children's Services branch on (03) 5832 9783
Visitors Information Centre
Volunteers at the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) provide a first point of welcome and information for visitors to Greater Shepparton. VIC volunteers play an important role as ambassadors for the Greater Shepparton area. Volunteering provides a great opportunity to share local knowledge, helping visitors to make the most of their stay. Being at the forefront of tourism activity in the region, VIC volunteers are often surprised to learn about the diverse attractions, activities and events which make this such a popular place to visit.
A regular commitment of at least half a day a week, for a minimum of six months is generally required, along with the following personal qualities:
- Great customer service skills
- Friendly people who enjoy meeting others
- Neat presentation
- Knowledge of the Greater Shepparton area
Contact: The Visitor Information Centre on 1800 808 839.
SPC Ardmona KidsTown
SPC Ardmona KidsTown is a regional adventure playground built by the community of Greater Shepparton through the contribution of volunteer labour and materials from local businesses as well as major financial support from the Greater Shepparton City Council and SPC Ardmona. A key part of the overall philosophy of the playground is that it is provided free to the community (with a voluntary gold coin donation where possible).
Below is a list of volunteering skills which KidsTown is always looking for and is willing to help volunteers broaden their own interpersonal skills.
- labouring, landscaping, gardener, farm hand, building maintenance, café assistant, miniature train operating assistant.
Contact: KidsTown on 0407 042 438 or visit the SPC Ardmona KidsTown website.
Leisure Facilities
The Leisure Facilities Branch is responsible for increasing physical activity in the Greater Shepparton municipality and incorporates Aquamoves, Greater Shepparton Indoor Sports Facilities and KidsTown. The branch is fortunate enough to have volunteers involved in major events such as KidsFest and Twilight Stroll. Tasks include registrations, crowd control for stage performances, traffic control, activity leaders etc.
Contact: Council's Leisure Facilities Branch on (03) 5832 9431.
Shepparton Art Museum
Shepparton Art Museum welcomes interested members of the public to join our Volunteer Tour Guide Program. The Art Museum conducts a once yearly, five-week training program for volunteer guides and offer ongoing training through our public programs and previews. Some knowledge of Australian art is preferred and an ability to conduct school and occasional adult tours is required. Assistance with our quarterly newsletter mail-outs or other administrative tasks are welcomed.
Contact: Shepparton Art Museum on (03) 5832 9861 or visit the Shepparton Art Museum website.
Riverlinks
Volunteers for Riverlinks work as ushers for all our performances presented at the Eastbank Centre and Westside PAC.
The volunteers are trained in the evacuation procedure and play an important role in ensuring the safety of the audience.
Riverlinks encourages people (especially those interested in a career in the Arts) to volunteer as Technicians to gain experience and knowledge in the technical field of Performing Arts.
Contact: Riverlinks on (03) 5832 9865 or visit the Riverlinks website
Events and Promotions
The Events and Promotions Branch assists with up to 80 events and attend various promotions annually in Greater Shepparton.
At any of these events and promotions a volunteer role may include the following:
- Assembly of promotional equipment such as signage.
- Gate entry and ticketing
- Traffic management. i.e. parking
- Course marshalling (which sometimes requires using a radio)
- Event registration and administration
- Assistance with marketing events at a trade site i.e. GO Bike Expo
- Volunteer coordination
Contact: Council's Events and Promotions Branch on (03) 5832 9795 or visit the conference and events section to find out more about the Events and Promotions branch.
Revegetation activities
Volunteers can assist with Council's revegetation projects, assisting with tree planting activities, especially on National Tree Day (first Sunday in August).
Contact: Council's Sustainability and Environment Branch on (03) 5832 9816.
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