Volunteering

Three SES volunteers wearing orange uniforms are crossing a lake on a yellow board. A man is pointing off into the distance, while a woman looks off in that direction — Support your community and meet new friends (Image courtesy Drew Wickerson)

Volunteering in Rockhampton is a fulfilling way to become part of your new community, make new friends, and learn new skills.

In Rockhampton, you can volunteer your time to support organisations in areas such as:

Emergency Services (State Emergency Service, Rural Fire Service, Coast Guard)
Health and social assistance (CQ Health, Meals on Wheels, Cancer Council Queensland)
Tourism (Rockhampton Heritage Village, Archer Park Rail Museum, Rockhampton Botanic Gardens, Rockhampton Zoo, The Spire Visitor Information Centre)
Culture and the arts (Rockhampton Museum of Art, Pilbeam Theatre)
Major events (7Rocky River Run, Rockhampton River Festival, CapriCon, Rockynats, The Rocky Show)
Local sporting groups
Charities (Salvation Army, Vinnies, Legacy, Lifeline)
Community Groups (Rotary, Lions Club, Zonta)

Our region relies on the work of many dedicated volunteers, so it’s impossible to list them all. Visit the Volunteering Queensland website to browse available roles, or contact your chosen organisation for more information.

If you represent a volunteer organisation with a physical presence in Rockhampton and would like to be considered for this list, please contact us.