Community Volunteering.

Volunteer and help change the lives of people with low vision or blindness.
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Administration support

  • Commitment: Flexible
  • Location: Brisbane
  • Skill level: Basic to intermediate
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Hands on tasks & odd jobs

Jobs may include, heavy lifting, furniture assembling, sorting/labelling office equipment, putting together flat packs, the list is endless!

  • Commitment: Flexible/once off
  • Location: Brisbane
  • Skill level: Basic to intermediate
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Corporate volunteering

  • Commitment: One off
  • Location: Brisbane and Gold Coast
  • Skill level: Basic
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Community events

  • Commitment: Flexible
  • Location: Multiple locations (metro & regional)
  • Skill level: Basic (training provided)
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Ambassador speaker

  • Commitment: Ongoing
  • Location: Multiple locations (metro & regional)
  • Skill level: Advanced (training provided)
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Fundraising stalls

  • Commitment: Flexible/once off
  • Location: Multiple locations (metro & regional)
  • Skill level: Basic (training provided)

Warehouse activities

  • Commitment: Regular
  • Location:  Brisbane and Bundaberg
  • Skill level: Intermediate (training provided)

Bundaberg Op Shop

  • Commitment: Regular
  • Location: Bundaberg
  • Skill level: Intermediate (training provided)
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Not sure where to start?

Call 1800 810 122

Apply to volunteer

Volunteering is a meaningful way to support your community, meet new people, and contribute your skills. Complete the application form to take the first step.

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Guide Dogs Queensland.

Please complete the application form so we can learn more about your interests and how you’d like to be involved.

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    Contact details

    General information

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    You must be aged over 18 to become a volunteer.

    Street Address

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    Areas of interest

    Please share what’s motivated you to apply, what you hope to contribute, or what you’d like to gain from the experience.

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    Skills and Experience

    This helps us understand any specific skills or professional experience you may wish to bring to a volunteer role. You're welcome to include paid work, volunteer roles, or other relevant experience.

    This helps us match you to a volunteer opportunity that aligns with what you enjoy doing. (E.g. gardening, photography, public speaking, animal care, digital design, working with people, languages, events, mentoring, etc.)

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    Personal information

    Do you hold a current Blue Card? *

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