Country Womens Association - White Balloon Day

This web page is an initiative of the Corowa/Rutherglen Health and Social Support Committee. Its aim is twofold.

1. To assist community groups and organisations to find volunteers
2. To help volunteers find positions that suit their interests and needs

Around 4.4 million Australians make a difference in their local community by volunteering each year, doing a wide range of tasks for a wide range of not-for-profit organisations. People volunteer for many reasons and in many different ways. There is a great deal of satisfaction that comes from making a difference. Volunteers can experience working for causes they are interested in, or assist in creating change in areas that are important to them. They can also build new skills, meet new people and add variety to their work experience.

The purpose of this web page is to provide information about the choice of volunteer work in Corowa Shire and attempts to link volunteer skills, interests and personal preferences with local groups and organisations. Its purpose is to make it easier for volunteers to make a difference in their local community by helping them find volunteer roles that suit their requirements.

What Volunteers Can Offer

• Skills, abilities and experience
• Energy
• Enthusiasm
• A fresh perspective and new ideas on how your organisation can do things

Why People Volunteer

• To gain skills - job skills, communication skills, personal and professional development
• Opportunity to share their skills and experience
• To gain satisfaction from doing something to make a difference to the world we live in
• To gain experience - to add to their CV or to gain a written/verbal reference
• To have fun
• To experience new challenges
• Interest in the idea/project
• Social interaction/meet new people
• Doing something different
• Contributing to the community
• Gaining work experience
• Recognition

Involving Young People

Young people (aged 16 to 24 years old) are a growing volunteer base.

Face painting - Youth Week

According to the ABS statistics (2000) the biggest growth area in volunteering was youth. There was an increase in participating 18-24 year olds from 16.6% to 26.8% between 1995 and 2000.  Young People and Volunteering (see document below) provides more information about specific skills young people have to offer and what they can gain from volunteering experiences.

How can I get my group or organisation listed?

To have your information listed on this Web Page you will need to be a legitimate not-for-profit organisation or a registered club/organisation located within the Corowa Shire.  Information about the volunteer positions available and a brief description of the role will need to be provided. A contact name, phone number and email address is also required. Please contact Wendy Thompson at Corowa Shire to have your organisation added to the list.

What happens after I have listed my group or organisation?

You will be contacted by prospective volunteers by telephone or email. Out of courtesy to the volunteers who have shown interest, it would be appreciated if you could endeavour to respond to all enquiries even if it's just a short email letting them know that no opportunities exist at the present time.

How do I find a volunteering position in Corowa Shire?

Take a look at the current list (updated regularly) of organisations and groups seeking volunteers and email or phone the contact person.  If there is nothing that suits your skills in the current listing, or you need further information, please contact Wendy Thompson at Corowa Shire.

Current Listing

A summary of the current positions, including the contact details of the person who can provide you with more information, can be obtained by clicking on the document below called Volunteer Listings.

Other important information:

Young People and Volunteering (26 KB)

Volunteering in Australia (34 KB)

Attracting & Retaining Volunteers (27 KB)

Volunteer Listings - May 2009 (56 KB)