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Volunteering is Michael's driving force

23 Jul 2024 | Articles

Meet Michael Sharp - one of the Cancer Society Auckland's longest-serving volunteer drivers.

Volunteering with heart

17 Jul 2024 | Articles

At Volunteering Auckland we’re constantly inspired by the dedication and commitment of the volunteers we meet, and the joy they get from what they do...

Thrills and spills at Waikaraka Park

2 Jul 2024 | Articles

Dedicated volunteers keep the wheels turning at Waikaraka Park, providing action-packed racing thrills for speedway fans.

Orange Sky’s bright impact: Bringing hope to Auckland’s homeless

7 Jun 2024 | Articles

In the bustling city of Tamaki Makaurau, a dedicated team of volunteers has been working tirelessly to bring a sense of dignity and hope to those stru...

It's all fair winds for people with disabilities at Sailability Auckland

25 Mar 2024 | Articles

Sailability Auckland provides children and adults with disabilities the chance to experience the joys of sailing.

Communities came together in cyclone response

13 Feb 2024 | Articles

As we mark the first anniversary of Cyclone Gabrielle, we look at the amazing response by community volunteers.

Lindy Lely Kawharu's passion for volunteering is positively infectious!

7 Feb 2024 | Articles

For nearly 10 years, Lindy Lely Kawharu has motivated and inspired hospital volunteers, who've brought joy and comfort to countless patients and their...

Volunteers shone during dark days of 2023 floods

27 Jan 2024 | Articles

We thank the thousands of volunteers stepped up to help their neighbours and communities during the devastasting 2023 Anniversary Weekend Floods.

Amazing event helps launch multiple non-profit projects

13 Dec 2023 | Articles

We’re still buzzing after a great event we launched recently, where professional project managers volunteered their mentorship to 15 of our non-profit...

Holiday Volunteering

11 Dec 2023 | Articles

Want to volunteer over the holiday break? Check our our suggestions ...


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Volunteering with a big heart

I wanted to make a meaningful contribution to the organisation and to learn more about myself.