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| | | | | Upcoming tree planting events to green our spaces Help enhance biodiversity, protect our coastline, and improve habitat values in our conservation reserves. Join us for upcoming community planting events this winter, where you can experience the delight of connecting with nature while building community bonds. Saturday 8 June and Saturday 15 June
Join City of Cockburn in volunteering for an environmental impact on Coogee Beach.
9am-1pm
Coogee Beach Reserve
Sunday 16 June
Join Friends of Clontarf Hill volunteers to plant new seedlings on the southern slope of Clontarf Hill.
9-12pm
Clontarf Hill, Hamilton Hill
Saturday 13 July
Join City of Cockburn in greening Manning Park Reserve.
9am-1pm
Manning Park Reserve To register for these planting events, follow the link below and search "planting". | | |
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| | | Local volunteer wins top award Kerry Sadlier, a devoted EdConnect volunteer at Success Primary School, has clinched the 2023 Learning Volunteer of the Year title from EdConnect Australia. Kerry said her motto was if something wasn't working, she would have a quick think. "[And then] we’ll change it just to make it fun, because that’s what it's all about," she said. Kerry's motto underscores her dedication and adaptability, which makes a significant impact on young learners. | | |
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| | | Unlock tailored volunteer solutions Calling all community groups, clubs, and not-for-profits! If you need a helping hand, the
Cockburn Volunteer Resource Centre has the solution. We specialise in tailoring volunteer roles and boosting visibility across your various platforms. We can match you with the perfect volunteers. For more information, send us an email or book a consultation. | | |
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| | | | | Coogee Live 2024 — that's a wrap! A huge thanks to everyone who stopped by and said 'hi' at our Coogee Live stall. What an amazing two days it was! If you didn't make it down and would like to learn more about volunteering within the City of Cockburn, phone 08 9411 3581 or click the link below. | | Email us |
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| | | | | Valuable resources available now
Celebrate Australia's volunteers with official National Volunteer Week materials. The suite includes logos, ecards, certificates, invitations, posters, key messages and more. Let’s come together during National Volunteer Week to showcase that volunteering offers Something for Everyone. |
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| | | | | Pop up Volunteer Information Hub Wednesday 1 May, Coolbellup Library
Wednesday 5 June, Spearwood Library
10am-midday Find us at our pop-up stalls and ask all the questions you need. | | More information |
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| | | | | Step into volunteering The Step into Volunteering information sessions are free, informal workshops that highlight volunteering opportunities in Cockburn. Get information on the diverse range of volunteering opportunities, learn how to identify skills you can contribute, and the rights and responsibilities of volunteers. Wednesday 15 May, 1-2pm at Spearwood Library. | | Register today |
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| | | | | Build a volunteering engagement plan A new or refreshed plan will ensure your program is built on solid foundations and has systems and processes that flow. Your volunteers will feel safe, supported, and valued and your reputation will grow as a best-practice program. Join the online Run by Volunteering WA workshop on Tuesday 30 Apr from 10-11am. | | Register here |
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| | | | | | | Visit us and chat about volunteering Strengthen volunteering in Cockburn by connecting, educating, supporting and valuing volunteers and volunteer organisations. The Cockburn Volunteer Resource Centre is open by appointment from Monday to Friday, 9am-4pm. Please call us on 08 9411 3490 to make a time to visit. | | Email us |
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