Tour Guides, Events Support, Maintenance at Gulf Station
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Yarra Valley, our historic pioneer farm offers visitors a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience rural life from a bygone era. We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help us maintain, preserve and share this special heritage place with the community.
Whether you enjoy meeting people, working outdoors, gardening, or hands-on projects, we have a volunteer role for you. Read on for more details !
Tour Guides
Do you enjoy storytelling and connecting with people?
As a volunteer Tour Guide, you'll welcome visitors and bring the history of the farm to life through engaging tours and conversations.
You could be helping with
- Leading guided tours for visitors and groups
- Sharing stories about the farm's history and heritage
- Welcoming guests and answer questions
- Assisting with special events and community activities
Are you a
- History enthusiasts
- Retiree and lifelong learner
- Student studying history, tourism or education
- Someone that enjoys meeting people and public speaking
Garden Volunteers
Do you love being outdoors and getting your hands dirty?
Help maintain the farm's historic gardens and grounds while enjoying the fresh air and stunning surroundings of the Yarra Valley.
You could be helping with;
- Planting, weeding and mulching
- Maintaining heritage garden beds
- Assisting with seasonal gardening projects
- Helping preserve the farm's historic landscape
Are you a
- Gardening enthusiasts or a Horticulture students
- Nature lover
- Someone looking for active outdoor volunteer work
Maintenance Volunteers
Are you practical and enjoy hands-on projects?
Support the preservation of historic buildings, fences, pathways and farm infrastructure.
You could be helping with
- Basic repairs and maintenance tasks
- Painting and restoration projects
- Assisting with property upkeep
- Supporting heritage conservation activities
This is perfect for
- Retired tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts
- Students seeking practical experience
- Anyone interested in heritage preservation
What's In It For You?
- Make a meaningful contribution to preserving local heritage
- Meet like-minded people and become part of a welcoming volunteer community
- A behind‑the‑scenes role in one of Victoria’s most fascinating historical properties
- Learn new skills and share your knowledge
- Enjoy the beautiful Yarra Valley environment
- Gain valuable experience for your CV
- Flexible volunteering hours available
Whether you can spare a few hours a week or a few days a month, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us in preserving this unique pioneer farm for future generations while enjoying one of Victoria's most beautiful regions.
What We’re Looking For You don’t need any specialist knowledge, just enthusiasm and a willingness to lend a hand.
The National Trust is a not for profit organisation that aims to conserve Australia’s history and heritage for present and future generations.
We use Better Impact to manage our vast number of Volunteer applications. You can start your journey us there and will receive a link as per of the reply to this application.
As part of the application process, we will ask you to agree to register as a National Trust Volunteer. Volunteers are required to have a current Working with Children’s Card (free for volunteers) and police check which you can apply for as part of the application process.
If this sounds like you (or someone you know), please fill in an application. If you have any problems or require further detail please contact [email protected] and please share this with your networks.
Thank you for considering volunteering with us. We believe in inclusiveness, diversity, and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of that. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies.
We promote diversity and practice equity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.