Auckland Council is celebrating the thousands of people who volunteer for the council whānau and our communities during Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu National Volunteer Week, 18-24 June.
Volunteers are the heart of our community - they give their time, energy and knowledge to make Auckland a better place, and we are incredibly grateful for their invaluable contributions to our wonderful city.
The Auckland Council whānau would like to thank all of our volunteers for their hard work and dedication to our community. Together we make Auckland a city we can all be proud of.
Benefits of volunteering
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, learn new skills, and make a difference in your community. It can also be a lot of fun!
- Make a difference. Volunteers make a real difference in our communities. They help to provide essential services, support people in need, and make Auckland a better place to live.
- Learn new skills. Volunteering can be a great way to learn new skills. You can learn about different cultures, develop your leadership skills, and gain experience in a variety of fields.
- Meet new people. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people and make friends. You can meet people from all walks of life and learn about different perspectives.
- Have fun. Volunteering can be a lot of fun! It is a great way to get involved in your community and make a difference while doing something you enjoy.
Where can I volunteer?
If you are interested in volunteering there are many ways you too can make a difference.
Auckland Botanic Gardens
Volunteering at the Gardens is a way to help us achieve goals that we can’t reach without you. It is a perfect way to become involved and enjoy the company of people with similar interests.
You don’t have to be a gardener to volunteer, a range of talents are welcomed to support us in providing visitors with a quality experience. From administrative, front of house, guiding, gardening, basic asset maintenance, holiday programmes and events we can provide you with volunteering opportunities that you will find enormously satisfying.
Auckland’s parks
Connecting with nature is great for our wellbeing, and with so many beautiful parks across Auckland there is sure to be a local or regional park where you can volunteer. Join a regular or one-off working bee, a beach clean-up, or help with pest control. This is the perfect time of year for planting and extra help is always appreciated in our parks. There is a volunteer activity for all ages and you can sign up with your whānau, friends or work mates.
Auckland Zoo
If you’re a people person who loves to help others, or a practical person who’s happy to get stuck-in to more physical tasks, there’s a way for you to help us keep our animals and visitors happy.
Get in touch with us to apply for Visitor Assistant, Zoo Guide, Keeper Assistant, and Zoo Crew roles. We’d love to have you join our whānau.
New Zealand Maritime Museum
Share your passion about Aotearoa New Zealand’s stories of the sea with local and international visitors, guide groups through the galleries, crew our heritage vessels, or craft exquisite replica models for display.
We're currently seeking volunteer hosts and guides and we’d love to have you onboard. Join us today!
Climate community
Auckland's community groups and volunteers play an important role in protecting and preserving our environment and leading initiatives to help reduce our carbon footprint. Auckland Council partners with many groups and organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau that offer volunteer opportunities to support climate change action.
If you are looking for ways to make a difference and care for our planet, here are some ideas from the Auckland Council Live Lightly team on how you can get involved.
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