The kitchen cook/kitchenhand volunteer will work with a team of kitchen hands in preparing and cooking meals for community members across the Tamworth area. The cooking is completed in the centre's fairly large commercial kitchen. All cooking equipment is available and a qualified holder of food handling is present on site. Direction will be given and menu discussed so the team is aware of the tasks. Given the large quantity of meal preparation, working both sides of the kitchen is available and assisting with food being placed in containers is also a part of the role.

West Tamworth, NSW

20/04/21 11:00 AM + more

The kitchen and packing volunteer will overlap with kitchenhands to ensure that the kitchen remains cleaned and safe at all times. The cleaning remains a constant as different parts of the work are completed through the duration of the work being accomplished. As part of this role you will assist with the packing and identification of meal containers into individual bags for homes. There will a logical approach so the distributors can correctly provide each home with their meals.

West Tamworth, NSW

20/04/21 12:30 PM + more

The kitchen bus driver/distribution volunteer is central in being able to drive or partake in the distribution of the meals to the homes. A friendly and person centred approach is needed in this role. Awareness of the geographical area would be beneficial, however not necessary as you will be mentored and shown locations before being rostered to lead in this role.

West Tamworth, NSW

20/04/21 2:30 PM + more

RMH Tamworth provides 24/7 accommodation to families with a sick or injured child. To ensure we are best able to support our families, we require a volunteer presence 24 hours a day as the first point of contact for our families. Our volunteers keep our House running, ensuring our families have all that they need to be as comfortable as possible during a stressful time. Our overnight volunteers have their own bedroom and bathroom to spend the night in case of any overnight arrivals. After ensuring all of our families have arrived or returned from the hospital, locking up and that the common areas are clean and tidy, our overnight volunteers spend the evening in their own room that is equipped with wifi, a tv and ensuite bathroom.

North Tamworth, NSW

11/05/21 6:00 PM

Volunteers will provide information to visitors to Tamworth. They will be called upon to provide a number of skills which include customer service, answering telephones, using computers and operating office equipment. The Visitor Information Centre is open 7 days a week, with a need for more volunteers on Thursday, Friday and the weekend. Volunteers are welcome to express an interest in volunteering for any day of the week.

Hillvue, NSW

Through 30/07/21

Tamworth Powerstation Museum celebrates Tamworth as the first city in Australia to have municipally funded electric street lighting and the expansion of electrically technology from there. Established in 1988, it is located on the site where the 1888 steam engines powered the street lighting system, and the 1907 Power Station / Municipal Electric Showroom building has been refurbished to display a range of unique exhibits: from street lights and industrial machinery, to kitchen appliances and hair dryers. Volunteers have the opportunity to assist in several ways: - To assist with the day to day opening of the Museum for visitors including providing tours. - Catalogue and care for the collection including digitisation. - Installation of exhibitions. - Monthly working bees – aimed at ensuring the Museum is on best display to the public. Training will be provided as part of commencement. Tamworth Powerstation Museum is open Wednesday-Saturday 9am until 1pm. If you love history, telling a great story or want to preserve our heritage for the future then this is a great Volunteer opportunity

Tamworth, NSW

Through 30/07/21

Volunteers visit isolated residents in nursing homes once a fortnight. These residents do not have family to visit them and would love some companionship. Volunteers sit and chat and spend time with them within the nursing home grounds. Volunteers must have an original birth certificate or passport for identification and must have a current police check. Police checks are done by Centacare. Volunteers can visit residents in nursing homes within Tamworth and surrounding region including Moonbi.

Tamworth, NSW

Through 10/06/21

GoCo Volunteers help our older clients stay independent for longer by connecting them to our community through group social activities. GoCo Group Support volunteers assist clients to participate in social activities including groups in our centres, support on social trips in and out of town, group meal activities, plus much more. Group Support is provided on week days, in business hours. Are you our next GoCo Group Support Volunteer in Tamworth, Kootingal or Nundle? GoCo VOLUNTEERS: Enjoy helping people and have great people skills Are sociable in a group setting and like a chat Are patient and considerate Have spare time and are reliable Are available on regular days OR Are available for a set period of time OR Are happy to be contacted for last minute groups, activities, trips Understand and are able to maintain client privacy & confidentiality Are willing to undertake other training as required DUTIES: Providing assistance to GoCo staff and clients during group activities Encourage clients to maintain their independence but helping complete tasks, rather than doing it for them Accompanying client groups on trips, luncheons, to assist with access, support and conversation Helping to serve food and clean up after group activities Contribute ideas and feedback to improve group activities and outcomes for clients ELIGIBILITY: Companions MUST be willing to undergo a criminal record check Apply now to become a GoCo Volunteer Driver by completing the VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (fillable form) and emailing it to goco@infogunnedah.com.au. You can also call us to discuss volunteer requirements at your preferred location on 02 6740 2240.

Tamworth, NSW

Through 1/07/22

GoCo Volunteers help our older clients stay healthy and independent for longer by delivering a variety of meals to their home through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme service, Meals on Wheels. A range of frozen and hot meals are delivered to our clients in Barraba and Nundle based on a monthly roster. Volunteers can nominate their availability in advance Are you our next GoCo Meals on Wheels Volunteer in Barraba or Nundle? GoCo VOLUNTEERS: Enjoy helping people and have great people skills Are sociable and like a chat Are patient and considerate Have spare time and are reliable Are available on regular days OR Are available for a set period of time OR Are happy to be contacted for last meal deliveries Understand and are able to maintain client privacy & confidentiality Are willing to undertake other training as required DUTIES: Collecting and delivering hot and frozen meals to GoCo clients Driving GoCo vehicles or your personal vehicle to deliver meals Follow Meals on Wheels Inc, guidelines for safe food handling and delivery including temperature checks Check on client wellbeing and report back to GoCo Coordinator ELIGIBILITY: Meals on Wheels Volunteers MUST be willing to undergo a criminal record check Drivers must have a full and valid drivers licence; Class LR or Public Passenger Authority Apply now to become a GoCo Meals on Wheels Volunteer by completing the VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (fillable form) and emailing it to goco@infogunnedah.com.au. You can also call us to discuss volunteer requirements at your preferred location on 02 6740 2240.

Nundle, NSW

Through 1/07/22

GoCo volunteers help our older clients stay independent for longer by providing individual social support on a one-on-one basis. GoCo Companions may provide company in a client’s home, accompany them to perform shopping and errands, or transport to and from appointments. Companionship is provided on week days, in business hours. Are you our next GoCo Companion in Tamworth, Kootingal or Nundle? GoCo VOLUNTEERS: Enjoy helping people and have great people skills Are sociable and like a chat Are patient and considerate Have spare time and are reliable Are available on regular days OR Are available for a set period of time OR Are happy to be contacted for last minute companionship appointments Understand and are able to maintain client privacy & confidentiality Are willing to undertake other training as required DUTIES: Visiting clients in their home to provide company Accompanying clients to perform shopping, errands and medical appointments Driving GoCo vehicles around the local area ELIGIBILITY: Companions MUST be willing to undergo a criminal record check Drivers must have an unrestricted drivers license for minimum of 2 years; Class LR or Public Passenger Authority. Drivers must be willing to obtain Public Passenger Authority (free of charge, details to be advised) Apply now to become a GoCo Volunteer Driver by completing the VOLUNTEER APPLICATION (fillable form) and emailing it to goco@infogunnedah.com.au. You can also call us to discuss volunteer requirements at your preferred location on 02 6740 2240.

Tamworth, NSW

Through 1/07/22

Volunteers assist with the general maintenance and up keep of the beautiful Marsupial Park. This park is very popoular with locals and visitors alike and volunteers assist with a range of roles to make sure the park is always ready for people to visit. Volunteer tasks include garden maintenance (pruning, watering, weed control, cleaning paths and playgrounds, rubbish collection), painting, feeding of animals, cleaning enclosures and picnic areas, filling hand sanitiser stations, trail maintenance and lots more. If you love helping out in the great outdoors and work well with others, this volunteer role is for you! Shifts are available during the week (Monday - Friday). Morning shifts 8am - 12pm are preferred. All volunteers will be required to participate in a come and try session prior to being accepted as a volunteer.

East Tamworth, NSW

Through 24/08/21

Volunteers will assist museum visitors with local and regional tourism and historical information. Volunteers will work with a Moonbi Musuem Committee member who will be able to help with any tricky questions. Volunteers may also assist with events at the musuem and the selling of raffle tickets and merchandise. Shifts are available on Saturday and Sunday from 10am - 2pm.

Moonbi, NSW

Through 10/12/21

Gallery volunteers will: Greet and welcome visitors to the gallery/museum/exhibition, providing an information and security role Provide information to visitors about the exhibition, it’s social history, and/or artists and artworks Record statistical information on the provided templates Ensure visitors feel welcome, engaged and enjoy their visit Shifts available Tuesday - Friday 10am - 1.30pm or 1.30pm - 5pm Saturday & Sunday 10am - 1pm or 1pm - 4pm Required Skills/Experience: Excellent communication skills, and enjoyment of sharing information with visitors to the gallery and museums Excellent inter-personal skills Confident and polite Research skills, eg. through the library, catalogues or the internet as preparation for enquiries Volunteers may have a special interest in art, history or culture or enthusiasm for the visual arts, heritage of our region. Well organised Ability to engage positively with visitors to the Gallery & Museums. Benefits: Opportunity to develop skills in guiding and communicating with groups through a training program Able to enjoy a range of art and museum exhibitions and programs Opportunity to meet other people interested in art, history and museums Be a valuable member of the Gallery & Museums team Contribute to cultural development in the community

Tamworth, NSW

Through 14/12/21

The Youthie is a drop in facility for young people aged 12 to 18 years; operating from Tuesday to Saturdays, 12 pm to 7 pm. We are currently looking for volunteers with Safe Food Handling or Hospitality experience to help deliver healthy afternoon tea options for our young people through the Grub Hub at the Youthie. To fulfil this role, volunteers will need to have the Volunteer Working with Children Check Clearance (free of charge). (visit - New Application Form (nsw.gov.au) ) The services will be commencing soon, (open from 4pm to 5.30 Tue-Sat); food preparation starts earlier in the day and can be arranged at a time that suits the volunteer/s. A total of 2 hours commitment from volunteers is required; food preparation, food handling and cleaning up activities are the main tasks involved. Thank you for your interest; we value your support.

West Tamworth, NSW

Through 30/12/21

The Australian Country Music Hall of Fame, including the Walk a Country Mile exhibit, features an unmatched collection of memorabilia from Australian Country Music artists. The displays tell the story of Australasian country music from its beginnings. The Museum is located at Tamworth’s original visitor information centre’s guitar shaped building. To operate, the museum relies on the hard work and dedication of a passionate team of volunteers who are friendly, have a general interest in the museum and like working in a team environment. Some of the roles that volunteers can assist with include: Archiving and catalogue work. Welcoming visitors, being available to answer general question and for group tours. Help to plan, erect, maintain and dismantle exhibits. Training will be provided as part of commencement. The Australian Country Music Hall of Fame is open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-4pm. For more information please visit - Volunteer – Australian Country Music Hall of Fame (nsw.gov.au) If you enjoy country music, spending time with the visitors to our region or wish to preserve the role that Tamworth has to play in Australian country music then this is a wonderful volunteer opportunity!

Tamworth, NSW

Through 31/12/21

Special Event Details 2022 Nundle Go For Gold Festival Dates: 16/04/2022 - 17/04/2022 2020 and 2021 events were cancelled due to Coronavirus health concerns. The next Nundle Go for Gold Chinese Easter Festival is planned for Easter Saturday and Sunday, 16-17 April 2022. Be part of the second largest annual festival in northern inland NSW. The annual festival honours the significant role of Chinese and European miners and storekeepers in the development of the Nundle and Hanging Rock townships. There are several interesting roles available, become a committee member or volunteer on the day. For planning purposes, expressions of interest are now being taken, however, the actual event is being held on 16 and 17 April 2022. Thank you for your support.

Nundle, NSW

Through 15/04/22

Tamworth Regional Council, Sports and Recreation team are holding the Annual Sports Awards in 2021 and we are looking for the Sports Awards Working Group volunteers to help with:- promoting details of the awards to sporting clubs calling for nominations from within the sporting groups generating ideas for the Awards event itself committing to attending working group meetings and volunteering a couple of hours a week (commitment varies) If you are involved with a sporting group and want to gain great skills in communication, team work, event planning and generally have fun, consider volunteering to be involved in this annual event. Meetings will generally be held at No. 1 Oval and meeting times will be set based on volunteer's availability. Express an interest today - working group meetings will start towards end of March/early April. If you have any questions, please contact Blake at b.mammarella@tamworth.nsw.gov.au. Thank you for your support.

Tamworth, NSW

Through 30/04/21

Nundle Library Garden - Volunteers The Nundle Library Garden Volunteers can choose to work in the garden itself or particpate in tasks related to operating the seed library, its promotion or fundraising. Duties may include:- Giving visitors advice on how to access information about the garden or about volunteering Planting seeds Weeding Watering Composting Pruning Natural, safe pest control Collecting seeds from mature plants Sorting seeds Research Recording information Wherever possible volunteers will be encouraged to work in pairs. The garden will be open at the same time as the Library. Monday – Weds, Fri and Saturday Closed Thursday and Sunday 10.30 to 2.30 Location The work is undertaken at the garden, Nundle Library (Innes Street, Nundle). Thank you for your support.

Nundle, NSW

Through 30/12/21

Special Event Details 2022 Nundle Go For Gold Festival Dates: 16/04/2022 - 17/04/2022 2020 and 2021 events were cancelled due to Coronavirus health concerns. The next Nundle Go for Gold Chinese Easter Festival is planned for Easter Saturday and Sunday, 16-17 April 2022. Be part of the second largest annual festival in northern inland NSW. The annual festival honours the significant role of Chinese and European miners and storekeepers in the development of the Nundle and Hanging Rock townships. Express Interest in this activity and be part of the celebrations; become a Committee member or volunteer on the day - there are several interesting roles available. Thank you for your support.

Nundle, NSW

Through 17/04/22

Volunteers play a significant role at IDRS; they are valued members of our team and we could not do what we do for our clients without them. The generosity of volunteers enables our team to reach far more people across much more of NSW than we otherwise could. Their impact in providing legal advice and in supporting justice for people with cognitive impairment in NSW is enormous. Justice Support Volunteers – are people within the community who want to give back to their community or provide help to the people around them. For others it provides an opportunity to develop new skills or build on existing experience and knowledge. Our Justice Support Volunteers range from retirees to university students to stay at home mums and dads. It does not matter what your skills, experience, and qualifications are we will provide a comprehensive induction, training and support program.

Through 24/08/21

RMH Tamworth provides 24/7 accommodation to families with a sick or injured child. To ensure we are best able to support our families, we require a volunteer presence 24 hours a day as the first point of contact for our families. Our volunteers keep our House running, ensuring our families have all that they need to be as comfortable as possible during a stressful time. Our overnight volunteers have their own bedroom and bathroom to spend the night in case of any overnight arrivals. After ensuring all of our families have arrived or returned from the hospital, locking up and that the common areas are clean and tidy, our overnight volungteers spend the evening in their own room that is equipped with wifi, a tv and ensuite bathroom.

Through 31/12/21

RMH Tamworth provides 24/7 accommodation to families with a sick or injured child. To ensure we are best able to support our families, we require a volunteer presence 24 hours a day as the first point of contact for our families. Our volunteers keep our House running, ensuring our families have all that they need to be as comfortable as possible during a stressful time. We have three hour shifts that consist of a variety of tasks including some light housekeeping, gardening, admin as well as being a support for families when they are spending time in the House.

Through 31/12/21