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Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre

Locality: Camberwell, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9278 4550

Address: 4-8 Inglesby Rd 3124 Camberwell, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/

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24.01.2022 Epilepsy Foundation of Australia have re-opened their op shops, ensuring they are COVID-safe work environments. Karen Hansen, Volunteer Manager at Epilepsy Foundation of Australia will share how they are operating and the volunteer opportunities available right now on 94.1FM 3WBC at 3.30pm today. The Blackburn Op Shop is now open Mon-Fri 10am - 4:30pm and Sat 10am - 3pm.

24.01.2022 Contribute to the leadership and direction of a NFP Access Health and Community is seeking local community members to participate on their Community Advisory Committee. The Committee provides leadership and direction to the Board and Executive Management on the integration of community, consumer and carer views into all levels of our health service operations, planning and policy development. Interested? Learn more here https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au

24.01.2022 To mark International Volunteer Day, we’re hosting a special online celebration to say ‘thank you’ to Boroondara’s incredible community of volunteers. Tune into our online celebration on Thursday 3 December to: Hear the Mayor of Boroondara share words of thanks... Meet the faces behind the Volunteers of Boroondara campaign See the announcement of the Boroondara Volunteer of the Year Awards Register here: https://lnkd.in/gF-WGFy See more

23.01.2022 Volunteering is a great way to contribute to your community as well as meet people and learn new skills. Why not get involved today? We are looking for: Knitting/Stitching Group Leader City of Boroondara https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Bus Driver mecwacare https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity... Board Members Balwyn Evergreen Centre https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Gardener mecwacare https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Not what you're looking for? You can now view all of our current volunteering opportunities via the City of Boroondara website. Check them out here: https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ If you have any questions or need some help contact the BVRC team on 9278 4550 or via email at [email protected]

23.01.2022 Does your new year resolution involve volunteering? Time to give back to your local community? We have some ideas! click on the links below to learn more about these volunteer roles we are promoting: Friendly Visitor - Greek Speaking MannaCare https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Friendly Visitor - Italian Speaking MannaCare https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity... Social Support - Aged Care mecwacare https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Retail Assistant - Hawthorn Opportunity Shop mecwacare https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Not what you're looking for? You can now view all of our current volunteering opportunities via the City of Boroondara website. Check them out here: https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ If you have any questions or need some help contact the BVRC team on 9278 4550 or via email at [email protected]

22.01.2022 Villa Alba Museum in Kew is important to Victoria for architectural, historic, social and aesthetic reasons. Its cultural significance is due to the unrivalled quality of the late Victorian hand painted decoration of its interiors. Learn about volunteer opportunities to help with running all aspects of the house, including gardening, open days & events and marketing at 3.30pm today on 94.1FM 3WBC.

21.01.2022 "People in Boroondara are very keen to volunteer. They come from a wide range of backgrounds and they all share an incredible enthusiasm to want to be involved in rich and meaningful volunteering. - Amanda Mandie, Koala Kids Foundation Today we would like to wish all Boroondara volunteers a happy National Volunteer Week! To mark this special occasion, weve released Volunteers of Boroondara, a collection of 12 inspiring local volunteering stories.... Read their inspirational stories: https://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunteers Are you a Boroondara volunteer? Tell us how you contribute your time in the comments below or share your own volunteering story with the hashtag #VolunteersofBoroondara

20.01.2022 Tune in this afternoon at 3.30pm to 94.1FM 3WBC and listen to Jenny Stephen from Solve Disability Solutions chat about volunteering during a pandemic, exciting new volunteer opportunities, Solve's new head office, and highlights on how volunteers are making a big impact for people with disability across Victoria. 94.1FM 3WBC - tune in live at www.3wbc.org.au/

20.01.2022 Whats next? Preparing for recovery Community groups are invited to a free workshop tomorrow to learn how to get ready for post-lockdown recovery and how to engage with members and stakeholders during these next stages. When: Friday 18 September 2020, 10am - 12.30pm... Register here: http://ow.ly/mADV50Bt3H8

20.01.2022 The City of Boroondara is holding a forum to improve organisations' capabilities in the recruitment of volunteers or staff who are living with a disability. Christine Wallis from Kew Neighbourhood Learning Centre will discuss the Forum, and an example of a successful program and 2018 Innovation Award winner - the Kew Cemetery Garden Project, which demonstrates the key role of education and training in pathways to inclusion for young people. Listen in to 3Wbc Radio 94.1Fm at 3.30pm today to learn more.

20.01.2022 MannaCare community and residential aged care are inviting volunteers from the community to help write short biographies of their residents and join their Visiting Dog Program. Find out how you can get involved by tuning into 94.1FM 3WBC at 3.30pm today.

19.01.2022 Are you looking for ways to assist communities affected by the bushfire disaster? Learn what you can do today:

18.01.2022 Meet our fourth Volunteer of Boroondara, Bronwyn Billimoria! When Bronwyn isnt dividing time between family and work as a speech pathologist, you can find he...r delivering a home cooked meal as part of her volunteer role with Boroondara Cooks Bronwyn tells us: "I find volunteering a really important role to undertake as it connects you with the wider community and allows you to share some of your skills and time beyond your own family and friends." Read more about Bronwyn and our other Volunteers of Boroondara here: bit.ly/33LIEPW

17.01.2022 Do you enjoy caring and helping older residents of the community? BASScare are on the lookout for volunteer Meals on Wheels Drivers. By delivering nutritious meals non-contact, you have a chat can put a smile our friendly clients during these isolating times. Apply now: https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity

17.01.2022 Extend your legal knowledge and skills pro bono Boroondara Community Stroke Hub is seeking a lawyer/legal person to provide advice for their Committee of Management, and help with the business model and funding options for their new three year strategy. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3aNl9ZY

17.01.2022 headspace is a mental health service for young people aged 12-25. Lily Bourke at headspace Hawthorn will be talking about youth mental health and how volunteering works at the Centre at 3.30pm today on 94.1FM 3WBC.

16.01.2022 Introducing Verna Woods, our 2020 Volunteer of the Year! Verna has been recognised for her tireless work establishing and running Balwyn High School's second-hand book program Read more about Verna and the second-hand bookshop here: bit.ly/2P2zKWe

16.01.2022 Drum roll please.....introducing this month's Volunteer of Boroondara, Amanda (aka Mandy) Mandie! Amanda is the Volunteer Program Director at the Koala Kids Foundation. In 2005, Amanda and her son Nick started Koala Kids Foundation to support children and their families undergoing cancer treatment. ... The volunteer-driven program provides quality engaging resources and activities for children and young people (from birth to 25 years) and their families.The organisation engages 390 volunteers and works closely with more than 20 hospitals across Victoria and Tasmania. Read more about Amanda and to meet our other Volunteers of Boroondara: bit.ly/2Xf804g

15.01.2022 Camcare Inc. is actively supporting the Boroondara community during COVID-19, providing food relief, information and connection to the most vulnerable members of the community. Tune in to 3Wbc Radio 94.1Fm this afternoon at 3.30pm to hear Gabrielle Kirwan from Camcare talk about volunteering and other supports at Camcare during this time.

15.01.2022 Tune in to 94.1FM 3WBC at 3.30pm this Thursday 31st October to hear all about this year's Surrey Hills Music Festival which is being held on Saturday 16 November. The event is almost entirely run by volunteers and is in it's 10th year, with over 40 music acts and 200 performers entertaining crowds throughout the 12 hour event. If you'd like to get involved, more information about volunteering is available from http://www.surreyhillsmusicfestival.com or you can contact the Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre on 9278 4550 if you'd like more information about other volunteering opportunities.

15.01.2022 The BVRC will be hosting a forum to mark International Volunteer Managers Day 2020 and unpack this year’s theme, ‘What’s Next?’. Hear from internationally renowned volunteer management professional, Tobi Johnson, MA, CVA, of VolunteerPro alongside local leaders of volunteers discussing a range of new and emerging sector trends. When: Thursday 5 November, 11am to 12:30pm... https://lnkd.in/gsCTFjx

15.01.2022 The team at Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre thank all of those wonderful volunteers both in our community and around Australia. We hope you had a wonderful National Volunteer Week. #NVW2020 Volunteering Australia #waveforvolunteers

15.01.2022 Join us for our final Volunteer Managers' Network Meeting for 2020! # Scott Miller from Volunteering Victoria will provide an update on the inaugural State of Volunteering in Victoria Report. And we can all share our reflections and accomplishments during this incredibly challenging year. Thursday 26 November 8.30am - 10am. ... For more information and to register, email Sue Sloan at [email protected] #networking #volunteermanagement

14.01.2022 Join the growing the number of people volunteering in their community! Whether you volunteer as a gardener, mentor cook or tutor, there is something for everyone. Check out these volunteer roles we are promoting: Chinese speakers with gambling lived experience https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity... Fundraising and Donations Project Officer bestchance Child Family Care https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Secretary https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Volunteer Cook City of Boroondara https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity Not what youre looking for? Contact the Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre on 9278 4550 or visit https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/ to find out about other volunteer opportunities.

14.01.2022 Congratulations to the Boroondara 2021 Citizens of the Year! We are proud to acknowledge the volunteering contributions of our joint award winners Dr Elaine Ong and Yvonne Giltinan, and Young Citizen of the Year Aidan Dimitriadis. Each one of them have demonstrated exceptional leadership or commitment towards improving others’ quality of life in our community.... Yvonne Giltinan founded Yarra Gospel Community Choir in 2004. Over the past 17 years, she has grown the choir from just four original members to more than 70. A professional musician with 40 years’ experience, she mentors young accompanists and build a supportive community. Dr Elaine Ong started doing welfare work as a volunteer vet in the aftermath of the Boxing Day tsunami. She has volunteered as a vet and expert wildlife rescuer in significant bushfires and flood in Victoria for the last 20 years, including the Black Saturday bushfires and recently in the Mallacoota fires. Dr Ong is also the founder of Vets for Compassion, where she trained vets who deliver animal welfare work in Bali and China for the last 22 years. Young Citizen of the Year recipient Aidan Dimitriadis has spent nearly half his life giving back to his community. The year 5 student volunteers at Four Golden Hearts, a group that supports local families. His Build Anything, Be Anything by Aidan campaign has provided children in need with their own packs of Lego. #volunteer #community #leadership #volunteering

14.01.2022 Calling skilled professionals! Join us tomorrow night at our virtual Skilled Volunteer Meet to meet with organisations and learn more about local skilled volunteering opportunities: bit.ly/3kvU0Ns Whether you're retired, a recent graduate, a parent or carer or simply interested in volunteering, your skills are invaluable to local community organisations! #skilledvolunteering #volunteering

12.01.2022 Nominate an inspirational volunteer who is making a positive impact in Boroondara for the 2021 Boroondara Volunteer of the Year Awards! This year, there are two new award categories to recognise individuals and organisations that have responded to the challenges faced by the community as a result of COVID-19. Nominations close at midnight on Friday 9 October 2020.... Recognise someones efforts now. www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunteer-award

11.01.2022 Happy #InternationalVolunteerManagersDay, an important day to recognise the work of those who lead #volunteers. Don’t forget to register for out Forum at 11.30M TODAY to say #thankyou to all the dedicated #volunteermanagers and explore ‘what’s next’ in volunteer management: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/international-volunteer-man

10.01.2022 We can't wait to see you at this year's Volunteer Expo. Only 3 weeks to go!

10.01.2022 Don’t miss our International Volunteer Managers Day Forum this Thursday featuring international and local volunteer management experts exploring 'what's next' in volunteer management. Get your ticket now! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/international-volunteer-man

08.01.2022 Have you ever considered volunteering? Contributing your time, skills and experience can help make a valuable difference in our community. Find a volunteering opportunity that’s right for you at the Boroondara Volunteer Expo on Wednesday from 1pm-6pm, where you can meet with community organisations from across Boroondara. When: Wednesday 17 March 2021, 1pm - 6pm... Where: Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Road Hawthorn Sign up here: https://bit.ly/38xJ6CO See more

08.01.2022 Will 2021 be the year you volunteer? Find out how at the Annual Boroondara Volunteer Expo! Connect with community organisations from a range of sectors, and learn about volunteer opportunities that are right for you. The expo is on Wednesday 17 March 2021 from 1pm - 6pm at the Hawthorn Arts Centre. It’s free to attend, but registrations are essential:... www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunteerexpo #volunteering #volunteeringopportunities

08.01.2022 One day to go until Expo! We are delighted to welcome Balwyn Evergreen Centre, BASScare, Boroondara Community Stroke Hub, Camcare Inc., Counterpart, Friends of South Surrey Park, Kew Toy Library, KidsFirst, Koala Kids Foundation, Lentil As Anything, Neighbourhood Houses Boroondara, Solve Disability Solutions, Uniting Vic.Tasand many others to the Annual Boroondara Volunteer Expo. Meet them face-to-face, and learn more about how you can volunteer.... When: Wednesday 17 March 2021, 1pm - 6pm Where: Hawthorn Arts Centre, 360 Burwood Road Hawthorn Sign up here: https://bit.ly/38xJ6CO

08.01.2022 It's council election time at the City of Boroondara from midday today until 6pm Saturday 24 October We'll be posting less during this period, but you can s...till contact us here. To ensure our actions don't interfere with the election process, comments discussing current councillors, candidates or issues in connection with the election will be removed. For more info visit: bit.ly/2ROMCQw

07.01.2022 New year - new network meetings We’ve reshaped our Member Network Meetings in 2021 to make sure you get the most from each session. Our newly named Volunteer Leader Network Meetings will focus on empowering you as leaders of volunteers. At our first meeting Volunteering Australia CEO Mark Pearce will join us to discuss the state of play of volunteering in Australia and whats ahead in 2021.... Tuesday 2 February 9.30am - 11am For more information and to register, email Sue Sloan at [email protected] #network #volunteermanagement #leadership #leader

06.01.2022 Today is International Volunteer Day 2019! A time to celebrate the wonderful contribution made by volunteers. This year's theme is - Volunteer for an Inclusive Future. Thank you to all of those wonderful volunteers in our community.

06.01.2022 We're excited to introduce you to our third Volunteer of Boroondara, Dominic Boffa! Dominic helps to encourage social connection through woodworking at the Ha...wthorn Men's Shed. He provides technical and practical support for members of the men's shed, and uses his own van to collect and drop off materials for participants to use in their projects Since volunteering, Dominic has a renewed purpose in life and he is grateful that he can assist others whilst also developing his skills and friendships. Read more about Dominic and our other Volunteers of Boroondara here: bit.ly/32L4P8x See more

05.01.2022 KewFEST 2020 is celebrating what makes Kew unique through its art, food, music, dance, history, culture and sport. Watch out for events happening at Kew Festival on 10 - 15 March 2020. Find out how you can be involved by listening in to 94.1FM 3WBC this afternoon at 3.30pm. http://kewfestival.org/

05.01.2022 4 ways skilled volunteers can help your community organisation right now * make you must dos and wish lists a reality * join your board or committee * build your capacity to complete projects in a cost effective way... * introduce fresh perspectives and ideas. More than 600 skilled professionals are registered with the Boroondara Volunteer Skills Bank, wanting to make a meaningful impact in an organisation like yours. Interested? Join the Boroondara Volunteer Resource Centre now. http://ow.ly/SH7r50BgCmK

04.01.2022 It's time to meet this month's Volunteer of Boroondara, Susan Wright-Jones! Susan began volunteering 25 years ago after reading a newspaper article about the di...scovery of hidden paintings at Villa Alba Museum. She's been leading tours, assisting with the conservation process of the historic house and restoring the garden ever since. Click the link to read more about Susan and how she's helping to look after one of Melbourne's hidden treasures here: bit.ly/3e7DZKq See more

03.01.2022 Meet Adam Trudgen, electrician by day and technical volunteer by night. Alan volunteers for Solve Disability Solutions, an organisation which builds custom modified equipment for people with a disability or chronic illness. The humble volunteer is committed to assisting others to achieving independence. He has created assistive technology; foot-controlled camera shutters, wheelchair friendly golf putters even a fully robotic pool cue arm! ... Adam is one of thousands of volunteers making a unique contribution in the lives of others in Boroondara. For Adam, his message to others is simple: Volunteering is a very rewarding activity and definitely deserves making time for. To read his story, visit: https://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunteers Are you a volunteer? Share your volunteering story with the hashtag #VolunteersofBoroondara

03.01.2022 Its International Volunteer Day on 5 December and we are celebrating our volunteers! Chris Roff, long term volunteer at BASScare will share his experience volunteering with the meals on wheels program and how Basscare celebrates their volunteers. Tune into 94.1FM 3WBC at 3.30pm today.

01.01.2022 Do you enjoy supporting young people achieve life changing goals? The Centre for Multicultural Youth is seeking volunteers to mentor newly-arrived young people to help develop their jobs readiness skills and provide guidance and support on how to find meaningful work in Australia. If you are the perfect fit, apply via our volunteer portal: ... https://volunteer.boroondara.vic.gov.au/volunt/opportunity See more

01.01.2022 Listen in to 3Wbc Radio 94.1Fm at 3.30pm today to learn about the brand-new, volunteer led LEGO program called Building Connections at Interchange Inner East. Building Connections caters for young children with a disability and their siblings living within in the City of Boroondara.

01.01.2022 Last week, we were proud to recognise Boroondara's outstanding community of volunteers on International Volunteer Day! During our celebration, we also announced Verna Woods as our 2020 Boroondara Volunteer of the Year. Over the last 3 decades, Verna has generously given her time to support the Balwyn High School Community. We wish to thank all nominees for the Award and volunteers throughout Boroondara for giving their time for the benefit of others.... Learn more about Verna's inspiring volunteer contribution: https://www.boroondara.vic.gov.au//2020-volunteer-year-ann