Want to volunteer?

The Gold Coast offers a range of volunteering opportunities from one-off events to regular activities.

Volunteering is a great way to:

  • meet new people who share similar interests
  • make a difference in your community
  • gain experience and new skills.

View these videos to see what a few of our locals say about their volunteering experience:

Browse below to find volunteering opportunities that match your interests and skills.

Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Landcare Program

The Beaches to Bushland Volunteer Landcare Program provides a platform for the local community to foster a connection with their natural environment. It encourages active community involvement as well as ownership of our natural assets.

NaturallyGC program

Connect, conserve and explore our city’s natural environment with NaturallyGC. Participate in free and low-cost nature-based education workshops, activities, events, and nature-based recreation. With over 900 activities each year, our program engages over 14,000 individuals.

Citizen Science program

Learn how you can get involved in citizen science projects across the Gold Cast. Volunteers and scientists collaborate to answer real-world questions. Together, you can learn more about protecting our planet.

Our Beaches program

Get involved in our coastal community engagement programs. Learn about the sea life and vegetation that exists as part of our beach ecosystems.

Community gardens

Find out about the many community gardens located across the Gold Coast. Get involved in these gardening projects and enjoy the outdoors with like-minded people.

Other volunteering opportunities

These additional resources may be useful to find more volunteering opportunities:

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