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Supporter of local mums named 2024 Southern Sydney Volunteer of the Year

Supporter of local mums named 2024 Southern Sydney Volunteer of the Year

3 September 2024

Barbara Jones from Sutherland has been named the 2024 Southern Sydney Volunteer of the Year for her support of struggling mothers through 3 Bridges Community. With a blend of practical assistance and heartfelt empathy, she helps these women navigate a range of challenges and regain momentum in their lives. Barbara was recognised today at The...

Jamberoo ‘everywhere’ volunteer named 2024 Illawarra Volunteer of the Year

Jamberoo ‘everywhere’ volunteer named 2024 Illawarra Volunteer of the Year

2 September 2024

Jamberoo Red Cross President and prolific community leader Barbara Adams has been named the 2024 Illawarra Volunteer of the Year for her significant contributions to countless community groups and causes. Barbara received her Award today at Wollongong City Diggers as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. Recipients in other Illawarra regional...

Bringing volunteering to international students with AusLEAP

Bringing volunteering to international students with AusLEAP

28 August 2024

Meet AusLEAP, the University of Technology (UTS) program connecting international students with volunteer opportunities. Dr Sojen Pradhan is the driving force behind the program, helping participants to make new friends and to build connections. We spoke to Dr Sojen to learn more about AusLEAP and what makes it such a great opportunity for young international...

Katoomba High School Teacher Named 2024 Blue Mountains Volunteer of the Year

Katoomba High School Teacher Named 2024 Blue Mountains Volunteer of the Year

27 August 2024

Teacher and coach Morgan Huxley from Katoomba High School has been named the 2024 Blue Mountains Volunteer of the Year for driving the school’s Duke of Edinburgh Awards program over the past 19 years. The program provides opportunities for students from all backgrounds to develop leadership skills while building their confidence in a community setting....

Q&A: The CPD program for Volunteer Leaders

Q&A: The CPD program for Volunteer Leaders

21 August 2024

Alice Anderson PLV was recently recognised as a Professional Leader of Volunteers for her completion of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) program. Delivered by the National School of Volunteer Management [RTO 90031], the CPD program offers recognition for the professional growth of volunteer leaders. We spoke to Alice to learn more: What is the CPD...

Gladesville pilot named 2024 North Shore Volunteer of the Year

Gladesville pilot named 2024 North Shore Volunteer of the Year

19 August 2024

Little Wings volunteer pilot Luca Vignando from Gladesville has been named the 2024 North Shore Volunteer of the Year for his role flying critically ill children from rural and regional NSW to major cities for life saving treatment. Luca was recognised today at Norths as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards....

Deniliquin healthcare champion named 2024 Riverina Volunteer of the Year

Deniliquin healthcare champion named 2024 Riverina Volunteer of the Year

15 August 2024

Deniliquin Local Health Advisory volunteer Lourene Liebenberg has been named the 2024 Riverina Volunteer of the Year, for her dedication, enthusiasm and non-stop support for better healthcare services for her local community. The award was presented today at the Wagga Wagga RSL as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards. Recipients in...

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