Gardener
Burwood Community Garden managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Performing general garden duties following organic principles
- No experience required, love for nature and plants preferred
- Training provided in organic and general garden science
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New Zealand Red Cross
- Deliver hot meals and provide companionship to those in need
- Volunteer role requiring own car and valid driver's license
- Training provided by Red Cross; flexible shifts, ongoing commitment
Social Outings Driver's Assistant
Age Concern Canterbury managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Work one-on-one with students via video conference
- Teach foundational reading and writing skills, commitment of 2 hours/week
- Friendly, patient, analytical, passionate qualities needed; tech skills required
Te Whare Awhero/Hornby School and Community Project Volunteers
Te Whare Awhero/Hornby Presbyterian Community Trust managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Support school projects like veggie gardens, woodwork, and reading
- Volunteer for drama club, share hobbies with children
- Assist in community projects like vegetable group, garden clean-ups
Christchurch Riding for the Disabled
Christchurch Riding for the Disabled managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist riders with physical goals and support their abilities
- Volunteer up to 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday
- Training provided during assisting the team; horse handling advantage
Air Force Museum Guide
Air Force Museum Of New Zealand managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Engage visitors with museum collection and exhibits
- Assist with tours and safety of museum collection
- Volunteer role with commitment of more than 6 months
Community Support Coordinator and Office Admin
Aotearoa Refugee and Migrant Support Services (ARMSS) managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Network with community agencies and manage client referrals
- Meet with clients, advocate for their needs, and conduct research
- Promote ARMSS services, oversee office operations, and represent organization
Bicycle repair assistant
Aranui Bike Fixup (Breezes Road Baptist Church) managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Repair donated bicycles for Aranui community
- Teach bike fixing skills to community members
- Sort parts, maintain tidiness in the repair container
Linwood Community Garden Volunteer
Linwood Resource Centre managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist in maintaining community garden under supervision
- Tasks include weeding, mowing lawns, planting, and general gardening
- Opportunity to be part of community project, learn gardening
Youth Support Worker- Tuesday Wellbeing Course
Recreate NZ managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Supporting young people with intellectual disabilities in educational course
- Encouraging participation, providing support, and being a positive role model
- Facilitating community activities promoting wellbeing and healthy life choices
Youth Support Worker- Wednesday Sports Course #862
Recreate NZ managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Support young people with disabilities in 'On the Move' course
- Encourage participation, provide support, and be a role model
- Engage in various community activities to develop life skills
Community and Gardening Course - Youth Support
Recreate NZ managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Passionate about people and gardening, no prior gardening knowledge needed
- Assisting intellectually disabled youth in community garden program
- Encouraging skill development, promoting wellbeing, and fostering inclusion
Youth Support Worker
Recreate NZ managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Support young people with intellectual disability in various programs
- Participate in social, recreational, educational, and outdoor activities
- Access to professional development training for continuous learning
Cardboard Cathedral Shop Assistant & Guide
Christchurch Cathedral - Transitional managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Provide warm welcome to visitors in Transitional Cathedral shop
- Gain retail experience and learn about unique cardboard building
- Utilize local knowledge to engage with visitors and volunteers
Volunteer Van Assistant
Presbyterian Support managed by Volunteering Canterbury
- Assist in transporting older clients to and from Day Programmes
- Clear communication skills with clients, some with dementia
- Minimum 3-month commitment, experience with older people preferred