Make a Difference in Your Community
Burwood Council offers a wide range of opportunities for individuals eager to give back and engage in community life, with volunteers playing a vital role in supporting the social, environmental, and cultural wellbeing of the local area.
We provide a platform to help people discover volunteer opportunities and assist external community groups in recruiting volunteers for various projects and causes. Whether you’re passionate about a specific issue or looking to expand your volunteering experience, we can connect you with local groups that match your interests. Through these partnerships, we aim to strengthen the collective impact on the community and foster a more inclusive, vibrant environment for all.
Volunteer Opportunities
These are just some of the areas where you can make a meaningful contribution—there are many more opportunities available:
- Aged Care / Seniors Support
- Animal Welfare
- Arts, Culture & Heritage
- Community Services
- Multicultural and Ethnic Support
- Events and Festivals
- Environmental Initiatives
- Disability Services
- Family and Parenting Support
- Homelessness Services
- Mental Health Support
- Mentoring and Advocacy
- Sports and Recreation
- Veteran Support
- Youth and Children's Services
Find a Volunteer Role
Volunteer opportunities are regularly advertised on the GoVolunteer website, in partnership with SeekVolunteer.
Useful Links
Explore the links below for volunteering opportunities, resources, and compliance checks:
Volunteering in NSW
Access resources and guidance for both individuals and organisations on how to get involved, recruit, and manage volunteers.
The Centre for Volunteering
Offers comprehensive support and training for volunteers and volunteer-involving organisations across NSW.
Volunteering Australia
The national peak body that supports and advocates for volunteering throughout Australia.
GoVolunteer
A free, easy-to-use platform connecting volunteers with community organisations across the country.
Police Checks – CrimCheck
A secure online service for obtaining National Criminal History Checks.
Working with Children Check – Office of the Children’s Guardian
A mandatory check for anyone working with children in NSW, valid for five years and continuously monitored.