Discover how you can make a difference in your community at the 2025 Mackay Volunteer Expo.
From emergency service personnel to comedic performers, street chaplains to crime stoppers, wildlife carers to choir singers and everything in between – more than 40 groups will have hundreds of roles on offer.
The expo will be held this Sunday, June 8, from 9am to noon, in the Big Shed at the Mackay Showgrounds.
Mayor Greg Williamson said the National Volunteer Week theme of “Connecting Communities” was perfectly aligned with the goals of the Mackay Volunteer Expo.
“We love that this expo showcases that no matter what you’re interested in, what your skill levels are or what your level of ability is, there is a volunteer role to suit you,” Mayor Williamson said.
“Volunteering helps people to build lasting relationships that enrich their lives and strengthen our communities,” he said.
“If you have a sense of adventure and love the great outdoors, then there are groups like the Scouts, Surf Lifesaving, SES and even Pioneer Catchment and Landcare.
“If you are an animal lover, then there are groups like Australian Wildlife Rescue, Mackay and District Turtle Watch, Mackay Animal Rescue Society and RSPCA Mackay.
“Or, if you have more specific interests, there are tremendous opportunities with Mackay Musical Comedy Players, With One Voice Community Choir, Pine Islet Lighthouse Preservation Society or the Mackay and District Orchid Society.
“A volunteer role is an amazing way to learn new skills, build a resume, make friends, feel good and stay active.”
Entry to the Mackay Volunteer Expo is free.
For more information, follow Mackay Volunteers Expo on Facebook.
About volunteering in Australia
More than six million people in Australia volunteer through organisations across the nation. Millions more volunteer informally in their local communities, helping neighbours and strangers, especially in times of crisis and adversity.
Volunteers are an essential workforce, spanning major sectors, including aged care and disability care; community welfare; sports and the arts; crisis preparedness, response, and recovery; and environmental sustainability and protection.
Volunteering is vital to the nation’s wellbeing but faces ongoing challenges. Australia’s communities and lifestyle are underpinned by the contributions of volunteers.**
WHAT: 2025 Mackay Volunteer Expo
WHEN: Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 9am to 12 noon
WHERE: The Big Shed, Mackay Showgrounds
TICKETS: Free entry
Mackay and District Turtle Watch will be at the 2025 Mackay Volunteer Expo hoping to recruit more members to assist them to monitor beaches for nesting turtles and hatchlings. Photo supplied
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