Volunteer

Volunteers are central to Landcare. They bring time, care, practical skills, local knowledge, and community energy to work that protects and improves local places.

Volunteering can be as hands-on or as behind-the-scenes as suits you. Some people join a planting day or working bee. Others help with events, administration, photos, equipment, communications, monitoring, plant propagation, group coordination, or welcoming new people.

How volunteers help

• Plant native species, remove weeds, mulch, water, and care for restoration sites.
• Support Coastcare, creek, farm, biodiversity, nursery, youth, and citizen-science activities.
• Help run events, workshops, registrations, morning teas, safety checks, and community days.
• Share skills in photography, mapping, writing, data entry, grant support, repairs, transport, or local history.

New volunteers are welcome

You do not need specialist experience to volunteer. Good volunteer programs match tasks to people's confidence, mobility, interests, and available time.

Some activities are short and beginner-friendly. Others suit people who want to build skills, take on a regular role, support a local group, or help lead practical work over time.

What to expect

Volunteer activities should be safe, welcoming, clearly explained, and connected to real local outcomes. Before you start, you should know what the activity involves, what to bring, where to meet, who is coordinating the activity, and whether registration is required.

Look for current volunteer updates and opportunities to find a practical next step.