Volunteer

The Armidale Volunteer Referral Service (AVRS) assists people wishing to become actively involved in their local community. Volunteering can provide you with valuable work experience, a chance to contribute to community life, the opportunity to meet new people and allow you to learn new skills.

The AVRS was established in 1998 and is auspiced by Armidale Regional Council. Funding is provided through the Department of Family and Community Services.

Find the right volunteer position for you!

The AVRS can help you find a volunteer position that will suit your skills and interests.  If you’re undertaking training in a community field, it’s also possible to help you find a volunteer role that will give you experience in the area you would like to work.

Come along to one of the regular Volunteer Morning Tea gatherings to connect with the AVRS and other volunteers!

Find out more about volunteering, and current available volunteering opportunities, contact:

Jane Davies - AVRS Coordinator

For more information on volunteering visit http://www.volunteeringaustralia.org/

New England Volunteer Awards 2024 - award winners

The New England Regional Volunteer Awards were presented at a morning tea held in the Armidale Regional Council Chambers in Armidale.  Deputy Mayor, Councillor Todd Redwood, presented a certificate of nomination to all nominees and announced the winners of each category.

The following were the winning nominations:

  • The New England Regional Volunteer Team of the Year is Armidale E/ALD Homework Centre Team nominated by Fay Paris for their work at Drummond Memorial School.
  • The New England Regional Senior Volunteer of the Year is shared by Janine Turner (who was unable to attend) and Robert Murison nominated by Emily Simson for their work with New England Regional Art Museum.
  • The New England Regional Adult Volunteer of the Year is Amanda Forrest nominated by Pamela Bath for her work with TAFE NSW Adult Migrant English Program.
  • The New England Regional Volunteer of the Year is Armidale E/ALD Homework Centre Team nominated by Fay Paris for their work at Drummond Memorial School.

Congratulations to everyone who was nominated and of course to our winners!

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