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

9/03/21 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

9/03/21 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

9/03/21 2:30 PM + more

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 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

Volunteers will assist with a range of tasks including: 1. Accompaning the Outreach Library Assist on the home library service. This service is provided four Tuesdays per month from 9am to approximately 1pm. 2. Assisting with book selection which is carried out four Fridays per month. Volunteers follow the clients profile which highlights their reading preferences. 3. Assisting with the selection of resources for nursing home bulk loans. 4. Downloading e-audio books for clients. Volunteers must have an interest in reading and knowledge of key authors and titles. Manual handling up to 5kgs is also required.

Tamworth, NSW

Through 8/03/21

Volunteers will assist with the preservation and maintenance of the heritage listed King George Ave. The working bees undertaken once or twice a season will involve tree planting and mulching existing trees. The working bees will be on weekends and will be half a day to a full day duration depending on numbers of volunteers.

Tamworth, NSW

Through 5/03/21

Volunteers are crucial to the operation of the Meals on Wheels service. We need volunteers to deliver meals to clients between 8am and 10am each day. Volunteers are placed on a driving roster and can volunteer 1 day a month, or as often as they are comfortable doing. Volunteers will need a drivers licence and undergo a criminal record check which we can do in the office. Applicants need to be under 70 years of age to comply with the current Government advice about managing Covid-19. Volunteers will work in teams of two and will follow safety precautions, sanitisation and social distancing guidelines to ensure both the health and safety of themselves and the Meals on Wheels clients.

South Tamworth, NSW

Through 1/04/21

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

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