Found 175 volunteer opportunities in Thames, Waikato and the surrounding areas

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Retail Store Assistant
Hato Hone St John New Zealand
- Support community by selling pre-loved goods to fund services
- Variety of tasks: customer service, cash handling, visual merchandising
- Seeking caring individuals over 18, no retail experience needed
Dog and Puppy Fostering Volunteers
SPCA NZ
- Thames, Waikato
- Animal Welfare
- Foster dogs and puppies in need of temporary homes
- Requirements include space, time, transport, and care experience
- Support provided by SPCA center team throughout fostering journey
Animal Care Volunteers
SPCA NZ
- Assist with care, feeding, cleaning, and socialization of animals
- Physically capable, confident, and comfortable working with various species
- Animal care experience preferred, training provided, minimum age
SPCA Fill the Bucket 2026 Volunteer Area Coordinator (Thames Area)
SPCA NZ
- Over four weeks away
- 30 - 31 Oct 2026
- Coordinate volunteer collectors and collection sites for SPCA event
- Manage roster, communicate with volunteers, and oversee collection days
- Required to be available on specific dates, have a vehicle
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Retail Store Assistant
Hato Hone St John New Zealand
- Support Op Shop operations by serving customers and handling cash
- Engage in sorting donated goods, visual merchandising, and store tidying
- Ideal for individuals over 18, no prior retail experience needed
Live-In Housekeeper Wanted – Peaceful Buddhist Retreat Centre (Coromandel)
Mahamudra Centre for Universal Unity
- Colville, Waikato
- Community Services
- Maintain cleanliness and order in sacred retreat spaces
- Live-in role suitable for someone seeking a peaceful lifestyle
- Ideal for individuals with a kind, easy-going nature
Coastguard Rescue Vessel Volunteer - Whitianga
Coastguard Tautiaki Moana
- Whitianga, Waikato
- Emergency Response
- Join dedicated team saving lives at sea
- Training provided for boating and rescue equipment operation
- Physically fit, available on short notice, live nearby required
Event Support/General Helper 2026 - COMAVOL
Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- Over four weeks away
- 19 Sep 2026
- Assist with event setup and pack down for Community Expo
- Choose morning, afternoon, or full day shifts for volunteering
- Tasks include general assistance and supporting various event categories
Op Shop Specialty Areas
CARE Community Animal Rescue and Education supported by Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- Manage and organize donated items in selected section
- Price goods, assist with customer service, and shop presentation
- Flexible shifts, 2-3 hours per week, supporting animal rescue
Gardener
Taupo Timebank supported by Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- Maintain community gardens for fresh produce and sustainability
- Work with volunteers in planting, weeding, and harvesting activities
- No prior gardening experience required, training provided by team
Caravan Support
Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- 4 - 6 Apr 2025
- Assist with setting up, engaging attendees, and facilitating activities
- Volunteer for a one-off event with flexible time commitment
- Training provided before shifts; opportunity to support local community
Neighbourhood Support Street Coordinators
Safe Turangi supported by Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- Connect with community members to provide support and information
- Lead neighborhood projects and events based on community needs
- Receive training and support from the team for role success
School Term Horse Side Walker
Taupō District Riding for Development managed by Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- Support riders and horses during therapeutic riding sessions
- Assist with grooming, games, and activities; no experience needed
- Weekday morning commitment during school terms in Taupō
Youth Mentoring
He Kahui Tangata Trust supported by Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- Support, guide, and empower young person aged 9-13 years
- Weekly two-hour mentoring sessions in school or community setting
- Ideal mentor traits: caring, patient, reliable, good listener
Community Caravan Support
Volunteer Great Lake Taupō
- Meet and greet potential volunteers at various community events
- Promote and engage in conversations about volunteering opportunities
- Shifts of 2-3 hours at different locations during Summer season