Current Positions

Explore the volunteer opportunities below and find a role that’s right for you. From helping the environment to supporting your community, there’s something for everyone. Check out the roles and get involved!

PS: Job hunting while volunteering? Just let the organisation know. They'll understand – and it helps them place you in a role that's more flexible or easier to cover if you get work. That way, you can still help out without stress, they can plan ahead, and they'll really appreciate your honesty.
Current volunteer positions

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Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
Wondernauts
Hamilton

Vintage Armchair Restoration Volunteer

Help bring a vintage child-sized armchair back to life for Wondernauts childcare! Repair or refresh the seat, springs, and woodwork. Flexible timing, materials provided, and you can work onsite or at home. A fun, hands-on way to support our children.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
Huntly Museum – Te Whare Taonga o Raahui Pookeka
Huntly

Front Desk Crew – Huntly Museum

Be part of the Huntly Museum team! Volunteer 2–3 hours on weekday afternoons or Saturdays to greet visitors, answer questions, and keep the front desk running smoothly. A great way to meet people, be social, and be part of our welcoming community!
Retail Both/Flexible
Te Aroha Riding for the Disabled
Te Aroha

Horse Leader – Te Aroha

Be part of something that really matters. Join us as a Horse Leader at Riding for the Disabled, Te Aroha. Guide horses and help children and adults with disabilities gain confidence, joy, and life-changing experiences. Your support can make it happen!
Animal Care Working Hours
Te Aroha Riding for the Disabled
Te Aroha

Sidewalker – Te Aroha

Join us once a week or more as a Sidewalker at Riding for the Disabled, Te Aroha. Help children and adults gain confidence and joy on horseback. Sessions run Mon, Wed, Fri, 8.30–12.30 during school terms. our help makes every ride possible!
Youth & Children Working Hours
Hamilton Hearing Association
Hamilton

Committee President – Hamilton Hearing Association

The Hamilton Hearing Association is a not-for-profit devoted to supporting hearing health in our community. We are looking for a Committee President to provide strong leadership and direction for our committee.
Committee & Board Both/Flexible
Thames Hospital
Thames

Hospital Host – Thames

Do you live in Thames or nearby? Available Thursdays (10–2)?, we’d love your help at the hospital. You’ll greet visitors, assist with wheelchairs, and ease busy days. If you want to feel useful or build your CV, we’d be so grateful to have you with us.
Hosting Working Hours
Citizens Advice Bureau Te Awamutu
Te Awamutu

Community Support Interviewer – CAB Te Awamutu

If you understand life and its challenges, join the caring Community Support Interviewer team at CAB Te Awamutu. Your calm presence and compassion will help build a stronger community where whānau feel heard, supported, and valued.
Information & Advice Working Hours