Luca Vignando, Volunteer Pilot, Little Wings
16 April 2026
Luca has loved flying since he was a child. A pilot he met in primary school really sparked his interest; his parents drove him to lessons and Camden and he was hooked.
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Student Success Story: Katie Ronald
17 March 2026
"A great opportunity to fill in knowledge gaps." The Certificate IV in Coordination of Volunteer Programs (CHC44015) receives glowing praise in this new testimonial.
Meet May Gibbs’ Nutcote
18 February 2026
May Gibbs’ Nutcote is the historic harbourside home of May Gibbs (1877–1969), one of Australia’s most beloved children’s authors and illustrators, best known for The Complete Adventures of Snugglepot & Cuddlepie.
Nominations Open for 2026 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards
11 February 2026
Nominations for the 2026 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards are now open, with family, friends and work mates urged to help celebrate the enormous positive impact of volunteers across the state. The awards are in their 20th year and are run by The Centre for Volunteering to recognise the outstanding work of volunteers in...
Meet Stem Cell Donors Australia
16 December 2025
Stem Cell Donors Australia is driven by one clear vision: a world where a stem cell match is identified for every person whose life depends on it.
Meet Dance for Parkinson’s Australia
18 November 2025
The mission of Dance for Parkinson's Australia is to improve the quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s, their communities, and the broader population through high-quality, inclusive dance classes.
2025 NSW State of Volunteering Report
10 November 2025
The 2025 New South Wales State of Volunteering Report is an important piece of ongoing research for the volunteering sector in NSW. Commissioned by The Centre for Volunteering with funding support from the NSW Department of Communities and Justice, the report presents a detailed examination of the characteristics of volunteers and volunteer management in NSW. It explores the...
Meet PAWS Pet Therapy
29 October 2025
PAWS Pet Therapy’s mission is to train and support volunteers to carry out safe, enjoyable pet-assisted therapy visits for people with a range of needs, and to promote the benefits and magic of pet-assisted therapy.
Meet Wardell CORE
2 October 2025
Wardell Community Organised Resilience Effort Inc. (Wardell CORE) was founded in the wake of the devastating 2022 Northern Rivers floods. What began as a grassroots emergency response has grown into a recognised service for the region through the established Wardell Neighbourhood Centre.
Meet Warrigal Wollongong
16 September 2025
Warrigal Wollongong is a modern seaside residential aged-care home situated near Wollongong’s golf course. Its vision is simple yet powerful: to create a world where older people feel known, loved and connected.
Meet Blue Mountains Food Services
19 August 2025
Blue Mountains Food Services is a local not-for-profit organisation, committed to supporting older people and people living with disability to live independently in their own homes. Its mission is to nourish, connect, and strengthen the community through practical services delivered with care.
Meet the Intellectual Disability Rights Service
6 August 2025
The Intellectual Disability Rights Service provides free services for people with cognitive impairment across New South Wales, assisting them with legal issues, NDIS appeals, parents with intellectual disability, and education. It works alongside people with cognitive impairment to promote and protect their rights.