Volunteering
Council appreciates and values the time and dedication of all its volunteers. Find out what volunteering opportunities council offers and how to get involved.
Council’s volunteering program is supported by more than 4,000 dedicated volunteers who share their time, skills and passion to support the Sunshine Coast community. Their contribution helps Council deliver a wide range of services, programs and experiences for people of all ages.
Volunteers are involved in many rewarding areas, including:
- Connecting with nature through environmental programs and outdoor activities
- Wildlife conservation and caring for native plants and animals
- Preserving heritage and local history by sharing stories and supporting cultural sites
- Arts and culture, supporting creative programs and community initiatives
- Events and community activities that bring people together
- Literacy and learning programs that support education, skills and lifelong learning
Volunteering with Council offers opportunities to follow your interests, use or build your skills, and make a positive contribution while helping create a welcoming and connected community. Council is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all volunteers.
Further information on Council’s volunteer programs is available below.
To explore current volunteering opportunities and register your interest, visit our Volunteer Program Portal.
Explore Council's Volunteer Programs
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Join the fun volunteer team and help in a way that suits your interests and abilities
Learn more about the opportunities available for volunteering at cultural venues such as council's gallery.
Learn about festivals and events volunteer opportunities at council.
Gain museum and conservation skills as you enjoy welcoming visitors to state-heritage listed Bankfoot house and Landsborough museum.
Learn more about the opportunities available for volunteering at libraries throughout the region.
Learn more about opportunities available with other organisations
Access helpful resources and tips to improve volunteering.
Council encourages community members to be involved in assisting with the care and maintenance of its botanic gardens and bushland reserves.
Volunteer with BushCare to conserve our local bushland - community planting events, regular working bees, hands-on school excursion or a team building activity.
We are a turtle friendly community. Here’s how you can get involved in the conservation of our nesting marine turtles.
A citizen science program to help us monitor and maintain our environment reserves through community participation and a list of upcoming ClimateWatch and nest box monitoring activities.
Parks and gardens community volunteer program assists interested volunteer groups by providing advice, training, support and materials and equipment to conduct works in selected parks.