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Many Hands Volunteer Expo hopes to 'make light work'

Would you like to make a positive impact on your community or are passionate about a certain cause and want to lend a helping hand?

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18 August 2023

Would you like to make a positive impact on your community or are passionate about a certain cause and want to lend a helping hand?

The Many Hands Volunteer Expo in Bega on Friday 8 September is your gateway to a world of opportunities to give back and make a difference.

Bega Valley Shire Council’s Community Connections Manager, Anne Cleverley said the positive response from organisations across the shire to participate in the expo was extremely pleasing.

“We will have about 40 organisations representing a diverse range of volunteering opportunities at our Many Hands Volunteer Expo next month,” Ms Cleverley said.

“This event is designed to showcase the diverse range of local organisations and initiatives seeking enthusiastic volunteers in the Bega Valley.

“It will also showcase and celebrate the vital work of the many selfless and passionate people in our community.”

The Many Hands Volunteer Expo will provide people with the chance to:

Explore Variety: Discover a wide array of organisations providing services in social support, animal welfare, emergency response, tourism, environment and sustainability, men’s groups, women’s groups, youth engagement, historic and museum, arts and culture, sports and recreation, local societies, charity, health, access and community service clubs.

Connect: Meet passionate individuals who are already making a difference in your community and learn about their experiences and journeys.

Find Your Fit: Whether you're interested in hands-on volunteering, behind-the-scenes work, event coordination or specialised skills, you'll find the perfect match for your interests and talents.

Make an Impact: By volunteering, you can contribute to causes that matter to you, build relationships and create a positive ripple effect in the lives of those you serve.

“A newly formed female choir, Riverbend, will perform at the event opening and Sapphire Community Projects will host a free BBQ lunch for all to enjoy,” Ms Cleverley said.

Many Hands Volunteer Expo will be held in the Bega Valley Commemorative Civic Centre between 10am and 2pm on Friday 8 September.

The Many Hands Volunteer Expo is a joint project with the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal, under the Investing in Rural Community Futures program. The need to create a stronger base of volunteers was identified as a key way to help build the capacity of the not-for-profit and community sector in the shire.

Participating volunteer organisations are listed below.

Marine Rescue NSW - Merimbula

Bega Valley Meals on Wheels

Southern Women's Group Inc (Women’s Resource Centre)

Animal Welfare League NSW

Sapphire Community Projects Inc (Pantry & Ricky’s Place)

Bega Visitor Information Centre

FarmOnTheGreen

Eden Men's Shed Inc.

The Boydtown Shipyard Inc.

Montreal Goldfield, Bermagui

Bega Valley Community Transport

Australian Red Cross

NSW SES Sapphire Coast Cluster

Eden Tourist Visitor Information Centre

Tathra Wharf Museum

Rotary Club Pambula

St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn

Bega A P & H Society Inc (Bega Show)

Far South Coast Landcare Association

Rotary Club of Merimbula

Merimbula Chamber of Commerce

Merimbula Tourism Inc

Bega Valley Suicide Prevention Action Network Inc

Cobargo Community Access Centre

Museums & Historical Societies of Bega Valley Shire (multiple)

Bega River and Wetlands Landcare

Bega District Woodcraft Association Inc (Woodies)

The Lions Club of Pambula - Merimbula

Pambula - Merimbula CWA Branch

United Hospital Auxiliary (Tathra)

Bega Hospital Auxiliary

Bega Lions Club

Cobargo Creators

RFS

Libraries

Sport and Rec

Cemeteries and Halls

SECCA

Bega Valley Repair Café

Australian Breastfeeding Association

Pambula District Hospital Auxiliary

CWA Bega Branch

Bega District Volunteer Rescue Squad

Spiral Gallery Cooperative

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