Found 712 volunteer opportunities in Hughes ACT 2605 and the surrounding areas

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Volunteer, Community Visitor (Canberra, ACT)
In Great Company
- Hughes ACT, Rivett ACT
- Seniors & Aged Care
- Arts, Craft & Photography, Companionship & Social Support, Driving & Transportation, Seniors & Aged Care
Miss having a yarn with your grandparents? Learn from those wiser, and volunteer to visit the young at heart and keep them connected to the communities they love. Befriend and spend quality time with a lonely senior in the local community. No doubt you’ll develop a soft spot for adorable seniors and be able to simultaneously brighten their day!
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Gardening Volunteer
Community Services #1
Community Services #1 community garden was established to support individuals and families experiencing food insecurity and income stress. The project seeks to assist with developing confidence in growing and preparing food, with produce being used to support cooking and nutrition sessions as well as supplying fresh produce to CS#1’s food pantry. The garden volunteer will support the project by maintaining the garden and sharing gardening skills and passion with the local community.
Food Pantry Volunteer
Community Services #1
Our Food Pantry is a community outlet for people with a genuine need or those on a limited income. We make good food affordable and accessible for people on a low income, are unemployed, or struggling to get by, shopping at the Food Pantry will help stretch their budget. Would you like to support our pantry?
Volunteer Coordinator - Canberra Inner North ACT
Story Dogs
You and your dog can help children find the magic in becoming lifelong readers. The Coordinator and their dog will commence as a volunteer reading team and will then receive training to take on the Coordinator position. The Coordinator will recruit, train, support and give recognition to volunteers within their region. The position will also raise awareness of the Story Dogs brand and services. This is a non paid, volunteer role. This role requires you to have a suitable dog.
Social Support Volunteers - Tuesday's ACT
Dementia Australia
Love games, good chats? Come join the fun on Tuesdays at our Griffith/Manuka social group! Whether it’s puzzles, dominoes, movies, card games, or local outings—no two weeks are the same, and that’s exactly how we like it. We're looking for friendly, easy-going volunteers to support our awesome Dementia Australia team. You’ll be helping create a welcoming space where clients can enjoy activities they love, connect with others, and just have a great time.
Social Support Volunteers - Monday Mornings ACT
Dementia Australia
We’re looking for friendly volunteers to join our Monday morning social support sessions in Griffith/Manuka, where clients get together for relaxed activities like arts and crafts. You don’t need to be an artist—just someone who’s happy to chat, assist, and be part of a welcoming space.
Heart Foundation Walking - Walk Organisers in Canberra Outlet Centre
The Heart Foundation
Do you want to take an active role in helping members of your community to improve their physical health and mental wellbeing? Starting a Walking Group is a great way to be social and stay active – and we’ll support you all the way! Heart Foundation Walking and Canberra Outlet Centre are seeking volunteers to start and lead walking groups in the centre. Walk Organisers need no prior experience and will receive full training and support from the Heart Foundation.
Night Owl Volunteers
Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT & South East NSW
- Garran Australian Capital Territory
- Family Services
Are you a Night Owl? Looking to find a meaningful Volunteer role where you can support families with seriously ill babies & children? Can you provide overnight support between 6pm-8am? Ronald McDonald House Canberra is seeking volunteers for our **Night Owl Team**. Weekend and weeknight options available. A great option for students/professionals who want to get a bit of quiet study/work time in alongside helping our families.
Family Room Host
Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT & South East NSW
"You have No Idea what a beautiful difference you have made- Thank You!" On opening the Family Room door one morning, we discovered a paper plate laying on the floor. It was an anonymous message from an family who have been in need of our Family Room which supports families who have children in hospital. As a Family Room host you will support families needing respite from the hospital environment, helping to make them feel welcome and offering refreshments and a quiet play space for children.
Friendly Office and Retail Wizz
Vision Australia
Make a difference in the lives of people that are blind or have low vision! Our Canberra team of Client Service Providers are seeking the support of a Retail Sales Wizz, someone who is friendly comfortable using the phone and chatting with our Blind and Low Vision clients. Retail experience would be ideal especially within the not for profit or disability sector.
Volunteer Driver - SOUTHSIDE
Canberra Blind Society
Canberra Blind Society is looking for volunteer drivers to help transport our clients with vision impairment to activities and excursions around the Canberra region. Many of our clients face barriers getting to community activities due to transport limitations. By volunteering as a driver, you’ll play a crucial role in helping them stay active, independent, and socially connected.
Japanese Film Festival 2025 Volunteer Coordinator (Canberra)
The Japan Foundation, Sydney
The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) returns to Canberra on 27 October – 18 November (subject to change) and is seeking a passionate candidate to join the team as a Volunteer Coordinator. This is an exciting opportunity to work behind-the-scenes for the JFF and gain valuable professional experience. This is a semi-volunteer position.
Canberra Wingman
Grab Life By The Balls
We are looking for some great blokes to run our laid back events in Canberra. Grab Life By The Balls is a registered charity on a mission to improve men’s health and well-being. We do this by running relaxed, down-to-earth events that help blokes build stronger social connections. We believe mateship is one of the most underrated ingredients to better mental and physical health. Creating positive, proactive change through connection is key to shifting the stats around men’s health.
Vinnies Night Patrol - General Day Hand Volunteer
St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn (Vinnies)
Are you passionate about supporting your community behind the scenes? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment ? If so, then we have the perfect opportunity for you! Vinnies Night Patrol serves our community 365 nights a year. Behind the scenes, our General Hand Volunteers ensure that our Night Patrol vehicles are fully stocked and ready to go; assisting with the collection and transportation of food, clothing and other material aid items that will be provided during service, to our companions.
Vinnies - Youth Program Volunteers
St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn (Vinnies)
Vinnies Canberra/Goulburn offers a range of Youth Programs providing young people a place of belonging, in a positive and supportive environment. Our group respite programs support children and young people (aged 6-17) impacted by circumstances beyond their control. Through free weekend activities, school holiday programs, and overnight camps. Participants gain meaningful experiences, positive relationships and development of skills that support and enhance their overall well being.