Found 107 volunteer opportunities in Gore, Southland and the surrounding areas

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Waka Ora Health Shuttle Driver and Assistant Volunteer
Hato Hone St John New Zealand
- Gore, Southland
- Community Services
- Transport clients to medical appointments in a safe manner
- No prior experience needed; must have NZ Drivers Licence
- Commit to one shift per week, compassionate, physically fit
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Big Heart Appeal Area Coordinator
Heart Foundation NZ
- Over four weeks away
- 26 - 27 Feb 2027
- Coordinate volunteer street collectors during Big Heart Appeal fundraiser
- Ensure smooth operation at collection sites, handle volunteer support
- Require good communication, organization skills, and access to transportation
Retail Assistant Volunteer Lumsden
Hato Hone St John New Zealand
- Support Op Shop operations by serving customers and handling cash
- Ideal for individuals over 18 with 4 hours availability weekly
- No retail experience required, training provided; commitment for 6-12 months
Curtain Bank Coordinator - Invercargill
New Zealand Red Cross
- Coordinate day-to-day curtain bank activities and volunteers
- Support sorting, measuring, and distributing curtains; liaise with partners
- Ideal for those with admin, coordination, or community work experience
Refugee support volunteer — Invercargill
New Zealand Red Cross
- Invercargill Central, Southland
- Refugee and Migrant Support
- Support former refugees in resettlement journey with practical assistance
- Training provided in practical, social support, and intercultural practice
- Commit to volunteering 4 hours/week for first month, then 2 hours/week
IHC New Zealand - Volunteer Administrative Support
IHC
- Invercargill Central, Southland
- Disability Services
- Assist with general admin tasks and volunteer support
- Update records, organize meetings, and prepare documents
- Gain admin experience, contribute to community, and develop skills
Heroes for Heart Kids Collectors - Invercargill
Heart Kids NZ
- Within a month
- 25 - 26 Sep 2026
- Volunteer as superhero collector for Heart Kids annual street appeal
- Raise funds and promote Heart Kids NZ at collection locations
- Training provided in volunteer welcome pack; 2-hour shift commitment
Client Liaison Volunteers for WanderWell
Land Search and Rescue
- Deliver and swap radio frequency-emitting devices for at-risk clients
- Regional tasks with day and early evening shifts, no overnights
- Police vetting, driving license, and own transport required for volunteers
Meals on Wheels driver — Invercargill
New Zealand Red Cross
- Deliver hot meals and provide companionship to those in need
- Flexible shift schedules from Monday to Friday with own car
- Training provided, volunteer onboarding takes 2-6 weeks
Volunteer Trainee Leaders-Urgently Required - for our Units in Invercargill
GirlGuiding New Zealand
- Inspire and support young people through weekly activities
- Join a supportive team and receive free training opportunities
- Commit to weekly meetings, planning sessions, and occasional camps
Yarrow Street SPCA Op Shop – Calling all volunteers!
SPCA NZ
- Volunteer to support SPCA through shop operations
- Tasks include customer service, merchandising, and housekeeping duties
- Training provided for customer service, cash handling, and merchandising
Ambulance & Events Volunteer
Hato Hone St John New Zealand
- Bluff, Southland
- Emergency Response
- Provide quality care to patients at community events and ambulances
- Receive NZQA training, support, and education for effective service
- Requirements include driver's license, First Aid certificate, and assessments
Big Heart Appeal Area Coordinator
Heart Foundation NZ
- Over four weeks away
- 26 - 27 Feb 2027
- Coordinate volunteer street collectors during Big Heart Appeal fundraiser
- Ensure smooth running of collection sites, banking donated funds
- Require reliable, organised individual with excellent communication skills
Help deliver community events. Amazing people and locations. Heaps of fun.
parkrun
- Volunteer at free, weekly 5km community events in public parks
- Various roles available for all ages, no training required
- Contribute to community, meet new people, have fun
Event Assistance
parkrun
- Volunteer at weekly 5km parkrun events in New Zealand
- Roles include setting up, timekeeping, scanning, and marshalling
- No age limit, no training required, flexible commitment options