20 September 2024
Hornsby’s women’s justice advocate Margaret McClintock has been awarded the 2024 Upper North Shore Volunteer of the Year for her support for women and girls exiting the justice system to rebuild their lives. Margaret was recognised today at the Hornsby RSL Club as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. Recipients in...
18 September 2024
Sleepbus Queanbeyan driver and care taker Glenn Pinnuck has been awarded the 2024 Southern Inland Volunteer of the Year for his tireless work providing comfort and care for people experiencing homelessness throughout the region. Glenn was recognised today at the Goulburn Workers Club for his service to the community as part of the 2024 NSW...
16 September 2024
Conflict is a normal part of any environment. When managed well, conflict can lead to innovation and improvement. If you need assistance handling conflict in the workplace, reach out to The Centre. We can discuss your situation confidentially and, if suitable, connect you with Volantas, a service dedicated to transforming conflicts into opportunities for growth...
12 September 2024
Ryde Community Forum President Anthony Tang has been named the 2024 Central Sydney Volunteer of the Year for his advocacy for multiculturalism and his decades long support for local events and services throughout the region. The award was announced today at Club Parramatta as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. Recipients...
11 September 2024
Patient transport volunteer Geoff Bain has been awarded the 2024 Mid-Western Sydney Volunteer of the Year for his tireless work ensuring critically ill children and their families from remote and rural NSW can access life-saving medical facilities. Geoff received his award today at Club Burwood RSL as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the...
10 September 2024
Investing in Strong and Resilient Communities The Australian Government Department of Social Services announced funding for volunteer involving organisations through its Strong and Resilient Communities Activity (SARC) – Community Support – Small Grants for Volunteer Involving Organisations program. Small volunteer involving organisations will be able to apply for grants ($10,000 – $20,000) for one-off, time limited projects...
10 September 2024
Respected Wiradjuri man and Macquarie Fields resident, Uncle Eddie Burge has been named South Western Sydney and Macarthur Volunteer of the Year for his work to transform Curran Public School into a hub of cultural pride. Uncle Eddie was recognised today at the Campbelltown Catholic Club as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the...
5 September 2024
Retired Armidale Police Inspector Matt Lynch has been awarded the 2024 New England and Northern Inland Volunteer of the Year, for his commitment and dedication to supporting young people as a mentor, coach, driver and cook with youth support group BackTrack. Matt was recognised today at the Armidale City Bowling Club as part of the...
3 September 2024
Barbara Jones from Sutherland has been named the 2024 Southern Sydney Volunteer of the Year for her support of struggling mothers through 3 Bridges Community. With a blend of practical assistance and heartfelt empathy, she helps these women navigate a range of challenges and regain momentum in their lives. Barbara was recognised today at The...
2 September 2024
Jamberoo Red Cross President and prolific community leader Barbara Adams has been named the 2024 Illawarra Volunteer of the Year for her significant contributions to countless community groups and causes. Barbara received her Award today at Wollongong City Diggers as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. Recipients in other Illawarra regional...
28 August 2024
UTS Honours student and human rights advocate Patricia Tolentino from Mount Druitt has been named the 2024 Outer Western Sydney Volunteer of the Year for her exceptional contributions across various community-focused volunteer roles. Patricia was recognised today at St Marys Band Club as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. Recipients in...
28 August 2024
Meet AusLEAP, the University of Technology (UTS) program connecting international students with volunteer opportunities. Dr Sojen Pradhan is the driving force behind the program, helping participants to make new friends and to build connections. We spoke to Dr Sojen to learn more about AusLEAP and what makes it such a great opportunity for young international...