Current volunteering opportunities
Mini-Bus Drivers
Volunteers are needed to drive mini-buses for the Aged and Disability Services Shopping Bus. Volunteer shifts range from 6 to 8 hours. For more information phone Daniella Tarle on 9433 3157 or email daniella.tarle@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.
Thursday Community Bus
Drivers provide local transport to eligible people in an 11 seater council bus (normal drivers license required). Phone Carol Peterson on 9433 3156 or 0427 320027 or email carol.peterson@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.
Friends of Karingal Yalloc
New volunteers needed to assist with general maintenance, removal of exotic vegetation and replanting with indigenous plants (sourced from Edendale). Last Sunday of the month, February to November. For more information, contact Ian Burns on 9435 8603 or http://elthamwest.friends.melbournewater.com.au/.
Activities volunteers needed at Eltham Lodge Nursing Home
Can you assist with activities including sewing, outings, music, cooking. Previous experience with elderly people with disabilities and/or dementia/alzheimers is preferred. Please contact Wendy Lake at Melbourne CityMission on 8625 4498 or wlake@mcm.org.au.
Men's Snooker/Pool Group at Eltham Lodge Nursing Home
Volunteer required on Friday afternoons to provide companionship and help with afternoon tea. Please contact Wendy Lake at Melbourne CityMission on 8625 4498 or wlake@mcm.org.au.
Nillumbik Learning Tree
Volunteers are required to help run this free activity program providing stimulating and fun learning experiences for children (birth to five years) and their carers. Activities include storytelling, art and music and movement, as well as visiting specialists. Located at Arthurs Creek, Panton Hill, North Warrandyte and St Andrews. To register your interest, phone Kate Hansen on 9433 3326 or email kate.hansen@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.
L2P Learner Driver Mentors
Volunteers provide driving practice for learner drivers to help them gain 120 hours of driving practice. Phone Suzzan Eral on 9433 3329 or 0408979377 or email suzzan.eral@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.
Delivered Meals Drivers
Drivers deliver meals to the homes of Nillumbik Shire residents. Phone Julianne Wilson on 9439 6583 or 0409 730755 or email julianne.wilson@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.
Edendale Animal Husbandry Assistant
Several positions are available assisting in the health and welfare of the farm animals. To apply send an email outlining your interest in animals or experience to lyn.newman@nilumbik.vic.gov.au or phone 9433 3711.
Activities Coordinator for over 60s group
Organise a range of activities and excursions for Serendipity Group which meets fortnightly on Tuesday mornings. For information or to apply, contact Karyn Kamminga at Living & Learning Nillumbik on 9433 3744 or email karyn.kamminga@nillumbik.vic.gov.au.
Friends of the Diamond Creek - Eltham Lower Park
New volunteers welcome to assist with revegetation and planting alongside the Diamond Creek. For further details email Sue Dyet at suedyet@hotmail.com.
Adopt a garden bed at Montsalvat
Montsalvat are looking for volunteers to help with general gardening. For further details contact Sana on 9439 7712 or email sana@montsalvat.com.au.
Volunteer at Montsalvat
Roles include general maintenance, tour guides, gallery attendants, fundraising, reception, festival staff, trades people, historians, IT experts, promotions, administration and general roustabouts. For further details contact Sana on 9439 7712, email sana@montsalvat.com.au or visit www.montsalvat.com.au/JoinMontsalvat/Volunteering.
Seeking Festival Volunteers!
Do you like working with the public in a festive environment? We are seeking friendly and enthusiastic people who would like to help out in Nillumbik Shire Council’s tent on weekends during the festival season. Contact Margaret Summerton on 9433 3175 or email margaret.summerton@nillumbik.vic.gov.au for more details. Come join the fun!
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