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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The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Volunteer with the School Room Exhibition – Putaruru Timber Museum

Join us at the Timber Museum and help preserve Putāruru’s School Room history! Sort, digitise, and care for photos, documents, and displays, while sharing local stories with visitors. A small weekly contribution that keeps our history alive for everyone.
Practical Help Working Hours
New Zealand Red Cross – Te Awamutu Shop
Te Awamutu

Red Cross Shop Volunteer – Te Awamutu

Calling all Te Awamutu locals! If you live in TA or close by & want to help out in your community, our Red Cross Shop needs you. Flexible shifts, fun tasks, new skills, and a chance to join a friendly team.
Retail Both/Flexible
Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival/Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa
Hamilton

Ushers / Audience Hosts – Hamilton Arts Festival 2026

We are looking for confident, friendly and self-directed people to check tickets and usher shows at the Hamilton Gardens during the Hamilton Arts Festival Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa.
Events Both/Flexible 19 February 2026 · 28 February 2026
Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival/Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa
Hamilton

Zero Waste Heroes – Hamilton Arts Festival 2026

Hamilton Arts Festival Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa needs Zero Waste Heroes who are passionate about the environment and recycling, to help our festival audience reduce their waste.
Events Both/Flexible 19 February 2026 · 28 February 2026
Brain Tumour Support Trust New Zealand
All Towns

Event Planning Committee – Brain Tumour Support Trust

Join the planning team for “A Night to Raise an Outrageous Fortune”, Brain Tumour Support NZ’s annual fundraising event in May 2026. We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help plan, organise, and deliver this fun, community-driven event.
Events Both/Flexible
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Volunteer Gardener/Landscaper – NZ Timber Museum, Putāruru

Want to put your gardening skills to good use? The Timber Museum in Putāruru is looking for a Gardener! Help care for native and ornamental gardens, preserve a treasured heritage site, and captivate visitors with landscapes our community can be proud of!
Gardening Working Hours
Aroha Cambridge
Cambridge

Predator Trap Volunteer – Cambridge

Calling all Cambridge locals! Join Aroha Cambridge to maintain predator traps and protect native birds, bats, lizards, and insects. Enjoy regular walks, no experience needed – training and bait provided. Help keep Cambridge’s wildlife safe and thriving!
Conservation Both/Flexible
Remiano Charitable Trust
Home Based

Community Piano Project – Volunteer Marketing & Outreach Team

Are you fluent in English & know the Waikato well? We'd love for you join our small 3 person dream team to bring rescued pianos to life. Bring your expertise to the role, to connect with schools & help inspire creativity & music in the community.
Marketing & Communications Both/Flexible