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Help migrants locate the information they require to settle into their local communityRotorua District Council,1061 Haupapa St, Rotorua T: 07 351 7054 • E: [email protected] Thursday clinic at Citizens Advice Bureau, 10am-1pm

For free confidential impartial information and advice, both face-face and telephoneCommunity House, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua T: 0800 367 222 or 07 348 3936.

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VolunteeringGuide

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What is VolunteerinG?Volunteering is simple. It’s about giving your time to do something useful, without getting paid. In many cases volunteers work alongside paid members of staff, complementing the work they do.

Volunteering is a two way process. As a volunteer you will have your own motivations and reasons for getting involved. A good volunteering organisation will ask you about your motivations and try to meet you needs as well as their own.

Why Volunteer?Volunteering gives you the opportunity to:

Meet new people

Learn new skills and gain useful experience

Use your skills in something that you are interested in

Give the others the benefit of your experience

Practise English language skills

Have fun!

Volunteers get the satisfaction of time and effort well spent, and seeing the results of the difference they make to their local community.

aCKnoWleDGMents They say ‘a picture speaks a thousand words’. More than any words, the photos highlight

the range of opportunities and the diversity of people volunteering in Rotorua.

I would like to thank all the volunteers in the photographs and the assistance of Fabiola Barba Ramirez and Mark Noble in taking many of the photographs in this guide.

Contents

UPDATED JAN 2013

top 5 tips to help you start VolunteerinGBefore you start, think about:

1. Why you want to volunteer?

2. What you want to do?

3. What skills do you have to offer?

4. What time you have to give? Time commitments can vary from a one off effort for a specific project or event, to several hours each week or month. Be realistic about the time you can spare, and over what period. Do NOT over commit yourself. A reliable volunteer for a few hours a month can be more useful than someone whose availability is unpredictable and difficult to plan for.

4. Ask questions Don’t be shy about asking questions as you go through the process of applying to volunteer.

Just try it – often the most difficult part to volunteering is making the first move.

To find out more information, contact the organisations listed in this guide or contact the Citizens Advice Bureau. Tel: 0800 367 222 or 07 348 3936

VolunteerNet is a new website that connects people looking for volunteering opportunities with event organisers looking for volunteers. For local events, at Location, search under ‘North Island’ and ‘Bay of Plenty’ region. www.volunteernet.org.nz

reCreation anD eVentsArts ..........................................................................4

Sports, Conferences and Festivals ................6

Trains .......................................................................7

CoMMunity / supportCommunity ...........................................................8

Disability .............................................................13

Emergency Services .......................................15

English Communication Skills ....................17

Health Organisations .....................................18

Migrants and Newcomers ............................19

Parenting ............................................................20

Service Clubs .....................................................23

Trades ..................................................................25

enVironMentBirds & Animals ................................................26

Conservation .....................................................27

retailShops ...................................................................29

youthSupporting Younger People ........................30

Index .....................................................................31


rotorua arts VillaGe

Arts

Work: The Arts Village would love to hear from people who have time to join this vibrant community.

There are positions assisting with the monthly Sunday markets, exhibition installations and openings. Also welcoming visitors, housekeeping, office work and maintenance. Speakers of other languages welcome.

Requirements: We welcome volunteers of all ages who are looking for a warm friendly place to be. If you are looking to gain a new skill or share your skills, please get in touch.

Contact: 1240 Hinemaru St Rotorua T: 07 348 9008 E: [email protected], or drop in to the Village.

Work: Volunteers can assist with: Acting, Lighting, Props, Prompt, Ushering, Publicity, Directing, Sound, Set Construction, Front of House, Box Office, Newsletter, Stage Manager, Wardrobe, Bar, Production Secretary, Suppers, Maintenance

I’m not from Rotorua but I still like to help Rotorua residents.

‘I’m new to the area so it’s a good way to start’

Volunteering helps you make some very important moves

rotorua little theatre (shaMbles)

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Requirements: None

Contact: 8 Amohau Street, Rotorua T: 07 348 8614 Contact: Robyn-Ann Rumney 07 347 8611 Sec Lesley Hubbard 07 347 7367 E: [email protected]

CasablanCa rotorua MusiCal theatreVolunteers can assist with: Bar Work, Dining Room, Fire Warden, Front of House, Lighting, Performing, Prompt, Props, Publicity,

Set/Stage, Sound, Wardrobe/Costumes

Requirements: None

Contact: 122 Riri Street, Rotorua Richard Marshall on 07 347 8658 (Home) Theatre - 07 347 6330 www.rotoruamusicaltheatre.co.nz

rotorua MuseuM Work: Rotorua Museum volunteer guides engage the public, interpreting the stories of our Museum and teaching about our local history, geology, and Maori culture.

We are looking for volunteers who enjoy interacting with the public.

Requirements: A friendly, welcoming attitude. A willingness to learn. A professional demeanour. Adaptability to different learning styles and abilities. Ingenuity and imagination

The training takes approximately three months and includes a 2 hour session once a week. Most of the sessions are held in the Museum, although there are also some field trips.

After each class you will be provided with educational materials to read at home. These vary in length and complexity, and may take from 1 to 3 hours to absorb. In addition, you’ll be given an assignment for the following week.

You will be asked to be available for conducting tours one hour per week for one year.

Contact: Queens Drive, Government Gardens, Rotorua T: 07 350 1814 ext 7823 Contact: Ann Somerville DDI: 07 351 7823 E: [email protected] www.rotoruamuseum.co.nz


Sports, conferences & Festivals

Trains

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The survival of these clubs depend on the work of volunteers. Volunteers can assist through:

providing administration

transport

coaching

refereeing

helping at sporting events

advocacy

maintaining facilities

sport bay of plentyWork: Various roles to assist local sporting clubs. Volunteering at the Sport Club is a great way to find out about a new sport and meet others.

Requirements: Contact Sport Bay of Plenty or view the website for the list sporting clubs in Rotorua.

Contact: Sport Bay of Plenty 1189 Amohia Street, Rotorua T: 07 348 4125 E: [email protected] www.sportbop.co.nz/clubs

GlobalfestWork: A global village for cultural groups to showcase and share their language, customs, arts, food and culture.

Volunteers are required on the day and leading up the festival for a wide range of activities.

Requirements: None

Contact: Alexis LewGor Email: [email protected]

There are many sport and recreation clubs in Rotorua, representing:

racquet sports

ball sports

water sports

cycling/mountain biking

athletics

bowls/petanque

You don’t have to play sport to volunteer with a sports club or event

Volunteering can be very active

rotorua nGonGotaha rail trustWork: A group of train enthusiasts who plan to make Ngongotaha Railway Park into Ngongotaha’s leading fun attraction by establishing a Railway Theme Park.

Requirements: None

Contact: Depot - Taui St, Ngongotaha For further information on helping the group in any way, contact: T: 07 357 5484 E: [email protected] www.rotoruarail.co.nz

te aMoranGi heritaGe MuseuMWork: Volunteers willing to assist with restoring, operating and/or maintaining steam machinery plus vintage equipment, appliances, displays, gardens, reception.

Requirements: Volunteer work takes place on Thursdays and Sundays, 10am-4pm

Contact: Robinson Ave, Holdens Bay, Rotorua Contact: Bruce Chapman T: 07 345 9525 or Allan Estcourt T: 07 345 6884 E: [email protected]

Be mechanical, restore and tinker

rotorua DistriCt CounCilWork: Various roles to assist local sporting and conference events.

Requirements: Contact Kylie for further information and to register on the database of volunteers.

Contact: Kylie Dunn T: 07 351 8694 E: [email protected]


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Citizens aDViCe bureau rotoruaWork: Provide information and advice to the public, both face to face and telephone. There are lots of benefits from being a volunteer:

It’s a chance to learn about the services in your community

You meet people You have the satisfaction of helping

people You develop new skills, which may help

you into paid employment

Volunteers work one shift of 2-3 hours /week.

You don’t need formal qualifications or specific work experience to be a CAB volunteer. The CAB will provide you with basic and ongoing training and the most up-to-date information and resources available, to enable you to provide the CAB service to the public.

What’s important is that you are: Confident using English language skills Able to listen Open-minded

Keen to learn Interested in people Eager to help others Interested in sharing information Wanting to learn about your community Able to make a regular time commitment

A training course is held once a year and runs over a one week period. Contact the Bureau for dates and time.

Contact: Community House, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua Contact: Jane Eynon-Richards T: 07 348 3547 E: [email protected] www.cab.org.nz

Volunteering provides you with a wealth of information

CoMMunity patrols nzWork: A community patrol is a voluntary group of people, who work to reduce crime and build safer communities.

The group is made up of people willing to give some of their time, and take a little bit of responsibility within their own community, to help the New Zealand Police make their community a safer environment in which to live. Community patrols act as ‘eyes and ears’ only, patrolling their community in pairs, either by day or night, noting anything that could be suspicious, and reporting it to the Police.

Requirements: Anyone who has a caring attitude to their community may offer their services. Applicants are vetted by the Police, and complete training, usually over a 3

month period. Volunteers usually work to a roster over a period of a month or so,

Contact: There are 2 community patrols in Rotorua.

1. Rotorua Western Heights Western Heights Community Police Brookland Road, Western Heights T: 07 349 2949 Contact: S. Sutton T: 07 349 9434

2. Ngongotaha 16 Kauae Place, Ngongotaha Contact: Mary Rogerson T: 07 357 5086

To join a patrol group, contact the nearest Police station or above. www.communitypatrols.org.nz

linton parK CoMMunity CentreWork: Centre for 28 groups in need of volunteers for a plethora of community projects.

Requirements: 7 days a week, involvement to suit volunteer’s time and interests

Contact: 16 Kamahi Pl. Contact Rick Mansell T: 07 348 0757 E: [email protected]

parKsyDe olDer persons CoMMunity CentreWork: Duties include preparing vegetables, setting tables, washing dishes, or working at the reception.

Requirements: Pleasant personality

Contact: 7-9 Tarewa Place, Rotorua T: 07 348 9892 Cooking for others, makes the food that much nicer

proGress nGonGotaha KoKiri nGonGotaha inCWork: Promoting Ngongotaha as a vibrant place to live and work.

Volunteers required for: Restoration of stream Art sculpture on public holidays Keeping the local community informed

Youth activities

Requirements: Interested in improving the local community in Ngongotaha.

Contact: Contact: Kathleen Roper T: 07 357 2784


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reD CrossWork: In Rotorua these are some of the key areas that our team of great volunteers help the community currently.

Volunteering in our 2nd Hand shop. Sorting through donated books and

magazines and delivering them. Collect donations door–to-door in our

Annual Appeal. Helping to sell our Lottery tickets Provide support to the elderly in

Retirement homes, who don’t get a lot of Family or Friends visiting and supporting them.

Requirements: Red Cross rely on the support of Volunteers to to help vulnerable people who can not always help themselves. We ask for a minimum commitment of 2 hours a fortnight, full training is given. Volunteers work with the therapist to support with group activities and spending time one on one with residents.

Contact: Cnr Lake Road and Rangiuru Street or Urban Ore at Intown Recycling Centre T: 07 348-3738 or 07 347 8646 E: [email protected] www.redcross.org.nz

salVation arMy CoMMunity faMily serViCesWork: Assist with various community programmes.

Data entry Administration Preparing food parcels Budget advice Providing transport Caring for those who are house-bound

or the elderly with home help Providing meals Sorting clothing Sales assistants in our family stores

Requirements: All volunteer applicants are interviewed and if necessary screened. If a position is available they sign our Volunteer Contract, are given a general orientation and where required, training is provided

Contact: Community House, 1115 Haupapa Street, Rotorua T:07 346 8113 E: [email protected]

Rotorua Corps 271 Old Taupo Road, Rotorua T: 07 346 8077 www.salvationarmy.org.nz

rotorua publiC libraryWork: Library House Bound Drivers Volunteers are rostered once every 6 weeks to deliver books to housebound people.

Friends of the Library Volunteers price and sell books at Kuirau Park market on 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. They may also be required to prepare New Entrant packs for school children.

Requirements: Volunteers must use their own car and have a current driver licence. Fill in a membership form (available from the Library Help Desk) and the Friends will post out the newsletters and invitations to events. Membership is annual from 1 January each year $20 per family.

Contact: 1127 Haupapa Street, Rotorua Contact: Liz Rangi T: 07 348 4177 www.rotorualibrary.govt.nz

It’s a relaxing way to spend some time.

Opportunity shops are a great place to volunteer in.

Volunteering provides you with a wealth of information


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st John VolunteerWork: Key volunteer roles:

Calling Carer Provides the elderly who are alone or without friends and family with a free daily long-term telephone friendship.

Friend of the Emergency Dept Provide comfort, information and support to patients and their relatives who are awaiting or undergoing treatment in hospital emergency departments.

Health Shuttle Driver Transport patients to any medical related appointment.

Youth Leader Leaders teach skills in a variety of areas to young people between the ages of 6 and 18 years. Also develop your own life skills: leadership, people management, understanding kids and teenagers, as well as practical skills in health and medical emergencies.

Event Volunteer Ambulance Officers Rewarding career as an ambulance officer phone 0800 785 646

Requirements of Calling Carer: 10 minutes of your time every day.

Requirements of Friend of the Emergency Dept:

Once trained as a Friend of the Emergency Department you will be rostered to work.

Varying shifts in a hospital where this service is provided.

Requirements of Health Shuttle Driver: Current driver’s license.

Requirements of Youth Leader: Tons of energy, a sense of adventure and a

positive can do attitude. An interest in the development of young

people.

Requirements for all roles: Excellent communication skills. A compassionate and caring nature. Tact and sensitivity. An appreciation of different cultures,

groups and age.

Contact: Pererika St, Rotorua www.stjohn.org.nz/volunteer Register your interest online at www.stjohn.org.nz/volunteer/apply.aspx

ViCtiM supportWork: Victim Support provides 24hr emotional support, personal advocacy and information to all people affected by crime and trauma.

Assisting victims of crime and trauma.

Requirements: The only qualifications required are a great deal of dedication and commitment, and a caring and compassionate nature. Potential workers are interviewed, screened and complete 50 hours training before beginning their

duties. Our training covers selfawareness, listening and communication skills, coping with grief, death, dying, loss and trauma, and understanding legal, court, hospital and police procedures. Monthly training in further specialist areas is also provided.

Contact: T: 07 349 9471 0800 842846 E: [email protected] www.victimsupport.org.nz

Citizen aDVoCaCyWork: One to one relationship with a intellectually disabled person. Volunteers are matched according to their strengths and interests.

Requirements: Citizen Advocacy volunteers give their time freely and represent the interest of a person as if they were their own.

Contact: John Dyer T: 0800 625 799

ihCWork: The IHC one to one friendship programme for people with a disability is not about doing anything differently, but rather about including someone with similar interests in your life.

The friendship is not time specific. There is choice. There is flexibility. The emphasis is on fun! It’s a great way to give back to the community and add a new dimension to your life.

Requirements: You will have: An interview to find out a bit about you

and your strengths and interests. A police check A volunteer agreement, which covers

issues like confidentiality, your role as a volunteer and the support our co-ordinator will give you.

Contact: Brenda Evans T: 0800 442 442 E: [email protected] www.volunteer4ihc.org.nz

riDinG for DisableDWork: Volunteers are needed for:

Horse care – brushing and grooming, leading horses, side walking with disabled riders.

General farm maintenance Office work

Requirements: An interest in horses and in helping the disabled. To have an open mind and a willing hand to do anything. Must have a clear Police check.

Contact: 32 Lee Road, Hannahs Bay, Rotorua T: 07 345 9521 www.rda.org.nz

Disability

It’s fun getting out and about


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st ChaDsWork: St Chads Communication Centre was established in the mid 1970s for people in the community with disabilities.

Volunteers help with the day to day support and education of clients Eg cooking, art, craft, woodwork, swimming, car maintenance, fishing, walking club, and life skills. Work one – on one or with groups of disabled people.

Requirements: Patience, calmness, tolerance, non-judgemental. Volunteer skills/interests are matched with the needs of the client. Eg if the volunteer likes cooking, they may get involved in teaching clients to cook.

Contact: Cnr Devon & Fenton Sts Rotorua Contact: Steve King T: 07 347 8515 E: [email protected] www.stchads.co.nz

CiVil DefenCe eMerGenCy ManaGeMent (CDeM)Work: A Civil Defence Emergency is a situation that is a result of any happening, whether natural or otherwise that in any way endangers the safety of the public or property in New Zealand, and cannot be dealt with by the emergency services or otherwise requires a multi-agency response.

Volunteer roles include membership of the Rotorua Emergency Response Team, covering

all aspects of search and rescue, plus welfare activities and communication positions.

Requirements: Volunteers information can be found on www.rdc.govt.nz or contact the Emergency Management Coordinator.

Contact: Pauline Hitchcock T: 07 348 4199 or 07 350 0172 E: [email protected]

nz Volunteer fire briGaDeWork: The NZ Fire Service plays a major role in providing an emergency response. Most of these communities depend on volunteers for their every day fire protection.

Men and women from many walks of life are volunteer firefighters. Volunteers include the self-employed, mothers at home, shift workers, people looking for work, trades people and professionals.

A large number of people within a brigade are required to be fully operational fire-fighters. However support personnel are an integral part of the NZ Fire Service.

Requirements: Volunteers need to live or work in the community the fire station covers to be able to respond in emergencies. Generally the minimum age is 16 years of age.

Applicants are required to Undergo a full police check. Complete a Medical Questionnaire. The

NZFS pays the cost of obtaining a medical clearance. You will need a reasonable level of fitness, good vision, hearing and balance to cope with extreme environmental

conditions. Recruit fire fighters are required to attend a 7 day recruit course or the equivalent. Attendance at brigade weekly training nights is required.

Contact: Mamaku 31 Mamaku Street Contact: John Row T: 07 332 5808

Ngongotaha 2 Kokiri Street, Ngongotaha Contact: Paul Newcombe T: 07 357 4085 or 07 357 405

Rotorua 11 Biak Street, Rotorua Contact: Wayne Bedford T: 07 348 3198 volunteer.fire.org.nz

speCial olyMpiCsWork: Volunteers assist with:

Providing sports training programmes, recreation and leisure activities for persons with intellectual disabilities from 5 years onwards.

Planning, managing or assisting at sports, social, fundraising events.

Requirements: You will be asked to adhere to the Special Olympics New Zealand Principles, Procedures and Code of Conduct, including:

Set a good example for the athletes

Carry out tasks in line with Special Olympics New Zealand rules and procedures

Be aware of health and safety procedures Help promote awareness of Special

Olympics Be encouraging and positive to athletes Clear Police check

Contact: Stella McLeod T: 07 348 5889 E: [email protected] www.specialolympics.org.nz

Give others the benefit of your experience

Emergency Services

Do something important


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TEnglish communication skills

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rotorua laKes VolunteerCoastGuarD inCWork: Being a Coastguard volunteer. You’ll learn seamanship, boat handling, navigation and leadership. And you’ll find a powerful new meaning to your life as an active contributor in your local community.

Most of those who man the radios are also volunteers.

Requirements: You’ll find yourself stretched, sometimes physically, sometimes mentally.

Volunteers participate in rigorous and regular training schedules to ensure that they have the skills and expertise required to handle sometimes bitter and challenging weather and the issues that might confront them as they reach the scene, and earn valuable recognised qualifications along the way.

You’ll be rostered onto the crew or onto radio watch, and will need to be available for those times.

Contact: Rotorua Lakes Watersports Centre Mataiawhea Street, Rotorua Contact: Richard Packham Mob: 027 448 0347 T: 0800 COASTGUARD E: [email protected] www.nzcoastguard.co.nz www.coastguardeastern.co.nz

enGlish lanGuaGe partners rotoruaWork: ESOL Home Tutors trains volunteers to teach English to adult migrants

learn about other cultures meet people from other countries develop new skills meet other tutors and learners

at social events help people in your community

Requirements: Training as a volunteer tutor Learn about cultural differences

and teaching techniques You are matched with a learner

for at least six months A small charge for materials may apply Study for the Certificate in ESOL Home

Tutoring

After your training

Support is available at your ESOL Home Tutors centre.

A library of teaching resources Advice on tutoring from your local

coordinator Workshops with other tutors to develop

your skills An annual conference for professional

development

Contact: Rotorua Arts Village 1240 Hinemaru Street, Rotorua Contact: Judy Winiata T: 07 350 2395 E: [email protected] www.englishlanguage.org.nz

literaCy rotoruaWork: Assist adults with their reading, writing and maths, driving licences and spelling.

Requirements: All volunteers are provided with appropriate training.

Contact: Community House, 1115 HaupapaSt, Rotorua Contact: Mary Longson T: 07 350 2286 or 021 204 3904 E: [email protected] www.literacy.org.nz

I’m from America and volunteering helps me interact with locals.

As a migrant I can utilize my language skills to help teach others.


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arthritis nzWork: Spare time jobs can range from being a national appeal collector or support worker during Arthritis Awareness Week to providing support for special projects or our basic services in your own community.Requirements: None

Contact: Community House Level 1, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua Contact: Sheryl Jensen T: 07 348 5121 E: [email protected] www.arthritis.org.nz

brain inJury assoCiationWork: Volunteers assist with:

Annual fundraising and Awareness Week activities

Management and governance at Committee level

Requirements: Relevant skills, enthusiasm and time.Contact: Community House, Level 1, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua T: 07 350 1251 E: [email protected]

CanCer soCietyWork: Volunteers assist with:

Fund raising Daffodil Day & Relay for Life Practical and caring support for cancer

patients – on going

Requirements: Must attend an interview, have a clear Police check. Training providedContact: 1235 Ranolf Street, Rotorua T: 07 349 4556 E: [email protected]

Multiple sClerosisWork: Volunteers contribute through:

Running local activities for members Assisting with fundraising and awareness

Requirements: None

Contact: Contact: Diana Hay T: 07 346 1830 or 021 238 4641 E: [email protected] www.msnz.org.nz

parKinson’s soCietyWork: We require volunteer help with the following:

Fundraising General administration tasks Committee Members

Requirements: If you require any

information please do not hesitate to call us.Contact: Community House, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua T: 07 343 7986 Field Officer T: 02115533365 E:[email protected] www.parkinsons.org.nz

stroKe founDationWork: Volunteer roles are varied and may include assistance with club organisation and development, supporting and assisting members with club recreational activities, provision of transport for members to and from club and assistance in the kitchen.Requirements: Commit a couple of hours each week.

Contact: Community House, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua Contact: Vivienne Witt T: 07 349 6022 E: [email protected]

heart founDationWork: Volunteers can assist with:

Fund raising events eg Go Red for women and annual appeal

Expos, Field days & Exhibitions Help with Heart Week events

Requirements: Register your interest by phone or online.

Contact: 1222 Arawa Street, Rotorua Contact: Yvonne Skellern T: 07 349 0635 E: [email protected] www.heartfoundation.org.nz

Health organisations

Migrants and newcomers

rotorua neWCoMers netWorKWork: Participate and help organise informal social events for migrants. Organise activities and events for migrants and newcomers.

Requirements: An interest in migrants. Enjoy meeting people

Contact: Community House, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua Contact Susana So T: 021 159 3601 E: [email protected] www.newcomers.co.nz Volunteering can be a tasty experience.

Sign up as a volunteer. Snap up a volunteering opportunity.


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T Parenting Mainly MusiCWork: Young children and their mums or primary caregivers enjoying music, rhyme, rhythm, creative dance and more.

Mainly music is a fun, interactive music session where a child and their parent or primary care giver can enjoy music, movement, interaction, rhymes, puppets and more. Mainly music is a structured session but the focus is on the interaction between parent and child.

food! a mainly music session is followed by morning tea and connection with other adults.

Requirements: None, everything is provided for you at the session. $3 per family

Contact: Owhata – Wed, 10am Contact Sarah on 07 345 6307

Biak St – Tues & Thurs, 9.30am Contact Katherine on 07 345 3887

Baptist Church, Malfroy Road – Fri, 10am Contact Liz on 07 346 1922

Ngakuru – Mon Contact Pam on 07 333 2735

www.mainlymusic.org.nz

We’re all about having fun

parents CentreWork: Provides Childbirth Education, Parent Education and Parent Support to families with children aged 0 – 5years. Events and activities are run solely by a volunteer committee. Volunteering for Rotorua Parents Centre is an excellent opportunity to meet other parents with young children.

Volunteers are needed to help run activies such as music, playgroup, parenting courses, and fundraising events such as the 2nd hand

kids gear sale.

Help is also need for administration purposes, such as creating & distributing newsletter, updating webpage, creating resources for courses.

Requirements: None

Contact: T: 07 345 3111 E: [email protected] www.parentscentre.org.nz/rotorua

plunKetWork: The largest provider of support services for the health and development of children under the age of five.

Plunket is a partnership between professional staff and volunteers. Help make a difference to families in community by sharing your experience, skills and knowledge.

There are many voluntary positions available, requiring a range of skills.

Coffee group Play group Walking group Multiple birth group Music time Fathers Group

Requirements: As a volunteer you can give as little or as much time as you like. The time volunteers give is greatly valued.

Full training and resources are provided as well as the opportunity to meet some amazing parents.

Contact: Contact your local Plunket office in Rotorua.

1436 Pukuatua Street, Rotorua T: 07 350 1517

Mokoia Community Centre M: 021 221 8654

Hapi Street, Westbrook T: 07 348 4161 E: [email protected]

www.plunket.org.nz

It’s a simple commitment that makes a big impact on you and others


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rotary Clubs in rotoruaAll Rotary Clubs:

Provide scholarships to local school children Participate in various international exchange programmes Fundraise in various ways

ORganiSatiOn MEEting DEtaiLS

the rotary Club of rotorua Contact: E: [email protected] www.rotaryrotorua.org.nz

Club meets 12.30pm Monday (except Public Holiday Mondays) at the Sudima Hotel, 1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua. Organise a film festival as a fund raiser.

the rotary Club of rotorua West Contact: E: [email protected] www.rotaryrotoruawest.org

Club meets 5.30pm for 6.00pm - 7.30pm on Thursdays at The Princes Gate Hotel, 1 Arawa Street, Rotorua

the rotary Club of rotorua laKes Contact: www.rotorua-lakes.rotarysouthpacific.org

Club meets at 5.30pm on Mondays at the Millennium Hotel, Corner Hinemaru and Eruera Streets, Rotorua

the rotary Club of rotorua north Contact: www.rotaryrotoruanorth.org.nz

Club meets at 5.30pm on Wednesdays at Holiday Inn, Froude St, Rotorua

the rotary Club of rotorua sunrise Contact: www.rotoruasunrise.co.nz

Club meets at 6.45am on Tuesdays at The Royal Lakeside Novotel, Lake End, Tutanekai Street, Rotorua

rotaraCt. Members at 18-35 years. Contact: E: [email protected] www.facebook.com/rotorua.rotaract

Club meets at 5.45pm on Thursdays at the Silver Oaks Heritage Hotel, 349 Fenton Street, Rotorua

inner Wheel Club of rotorua Contact: T: 07 345 6638 www.innerwheel.org.nz

Club meets monthly on the 3rd Monday each month at 6.00pm at The Commercial Travellers (CT) Club, Moncur Drive, Rotorua

rotorua playCentre assoCiationWork: Playcentre is an internationally recognised Early Childhood organisation unique to Aotearoa New Zealand.

Playcentres are co-operatively managed and supervised by parents with support from experienced Association personnel.

Playcentre offers: An accessible, flexible fieldbased

education programme at minimal cost Parenting skills and confidence in

parenting Skills for working with children and

running Playcentre sessions Increased cultural awareness Administrative and group facilitation skills

Requirements: Parents have the opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications

Contact: PO Box 1256, Rotorua 3040

Tel: 07 343 6444 E: [email protected]

www.playcentre.org.nz

Hamurana 07 332 2110 38 Tauranga Direct Road, RD6

Koutu 07 346 1702 35 Taharangi Street, Rotorua

Lake Rotoma 07 343 6444 11 Manawahe Road, Lake Rotoma

Lake Tarawera 07 362 8055 10 Alexander Road

Lynmore 07 345 5815 3a Lynbert Road

Mamaku 07 332 5919 Cnr Mamaku/Karamu Streets

Ngakuru c/- 07 343 6444 923 Whirinaki Valley

Waikite Valley Road c/- 07 436 8915 1080 Waikite Valley Road

Reporoa 07 333 8195 20 Massey Road

Rerewhakaaitu 07 366 6705 14 Ashpit Road, Lake Rerewhakaaitu

I get to help, and spend time with my kids

Service clubsA service club or service organization is a voluntary non-profit organization where members meet regularly to perform charitable works either by direct hands-on efforts or by raising money for other organizations. The clubs promote friendship among its members and are dedicated to the principle of volunteer community service.


KiWanis Club of roto Whenua inC Contact: Mark Franken T. 07 348 9213 or 0800 549 2647 www.kiwanis.org.nz/distehp.htm

Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6.00pm at Rotorua RSA Club, 1027 Haupapa St, Rotorua. Check out the website for the range of community events in which the group is involved: sporting, youth, health, disabled.

A friendly male/female service club with members from many occupational sectors of the community.


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T lions Clubs of neW zealanDOur emphasis is on community service in all forms. Lions programmes serve the young and the aged, the disabled and the disadvantaged - anybody who has a need. Contact: www.lionsclubs.org.nz

altrusa internationalAltrusa is an international association of people who volunteer their services in community projects. Contact: www.altrusa.org.nz


altrusa international Club of rotorua (WoMen) Contact: E: [email protected]

Club meets 3rd Monday of each month at 6.30pm at Princes Gate Hotel, 1057 Arawa Street, Rotorua


lions Club of nGonGotaha Contact: Lorraine Wishart T: 07 347 7191

Club meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month at 6.15pm at the Ngongotaha Community Hall, School Road, Ngongotaha, Rotorua

lions Club of rotorua GeyserlanD Contact: Lyall Beuth T: 07 362-8459

Club meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday in the month at 5.30pm at the RSA, 1072 Haupapa Street, Rotorua

reporoa lions Club Contact: Peter Carson T: 07 377 8385

Club meets 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7.00pm at Bowling Club, Broadlands Road, Reporoa

rotorua east Contact: Brian Gillespie T: 07 348 7611

Club meets 1st & 3rd Monday of the month at 7.00pm at The Commercial Travellers (CT) Club, Moncur Drive, Rotorua

rotorua host lions Club Contact: Basil Johnson T: 07 348 5266

Club meets 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month at 6.00pm upstairs in RSA, 1072 Haupapa Street, Rotorua

sulphur City lions Club (WoMen) Contact: Deborah Oldham T: 07 3490207

Club meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at 6.30pm at The Sudima Hotel, 1000 Eruera Street, Rotorua

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habitat for huManityWork: There are many opportunities to assist in a variety of ways including: construction, administration, catering, fund raising, committees, phoning and more.

Requirements: None

Contact: 50 Edmund Road, Rotorua Contact: Maryanne Taite T: 07 343 9273 E: [email protected] www.habitat.org.nz

Men’s sheD - te aMoranGiWork: Get together to create or repair woodwork and metalwork items. Talk, share and develop skills and friendships.

Requirements: Group meets every Thursday 10am-4pm

Contact: Te Amorangi Heritage Museum,

Robinson Ave, Holdens Bay Contact Bruce Chapman T: 07 345 9525 or Allan Estcourt T: 07 345 6884 [email protected] www.menzshedaotearoa.org.nz

Men’s sheD - linton parKWork: Shared access to tools/expertise to work on own projects, assist with centre projects, do basic repairs for locals.

Requirements: Group meets on Monday-Friday, 9am-3:30pm. Koha for tea/coffee

Contact: Linton Park Community Centre, Kamahi Pl. Contact: Rick Mansell T: 07 348 0757 E: [email protected]

Trades

We do all sorts, and our team is always growing


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T Birds & AnimalsCanine frienDsWork: A New Zealand-wide network of people who share their friendly well behaved dogs with residents of hospices and rest homes.Each owner and dog team is assigned a venue which they visit regularly to an agreed timetable.

Requirements: Contact Christina or check out the website for further information.Contact: Christina Kaiser T: 07 347 8078 M: 022 123 7711 E: [email protected] www.caninefriends.org.nz

KiWi enCounterWork: Kiwi Encounter operates a captive kiwi breeding programme and wild kiwi breeding.Volunteers are needed to take groups to view the kiwi hatchery. Extra help within the facility is available at certain times of the year.Requirements: You need to be:

outgoing and eager to learn

have a keen interest in kiwi an ability to speak to a group

Contact: Fairy Springs Rd, Rotorua Contact: Toni Thompson T: 07 350 0440 ext 849 E: [email protected] www.rainbowsprings.co.nz

safeWork: New Zealand’s most proactive animal advocacy organization.If you’re keen to get involved and help organise or help with SAFE stalls and other awareness raising events, please contact us!

Requirements: NoneContact: Elaine Mander Mob: 027 322 2339 E: [email protected]

spCaWork: Duties include cleaning and feeding of cats, dogs and small animals. Dog walking. Work involves lifting and can get wet, hosing down kennels. There are two hours shifts, one in the morning and in the afternoon, 7 days per week.Requirements: Volunteers must be:

at least 15 years old physically able like animals

Contact: Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 24 Old Taupo Rd, Rotorua T: 07 349 2955 www.rotoruaspca.org.nz

We love being in NZ and we love volunteering.

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forest & birD soCietyWork: Preserve and protect the native plants and animals and natural features of New Zealand.

Volunteers are required for: Maintaining tracks Laying poison Maintaining bait lines and stations Planting

Requirements: Reasonably fit and like the outdoors.

Contact: Frankie Blakely T: 07 362 8480 www.forestandbird.org.nz

WinGspan birDs of prey trustWork: Wingspan has been established for the research, captive management, rehabilitation and public awareness of NZ birds of prey.

Vacancies are sometimes available during spring and summer.

The work is varied and ranges from cleaning to monitoring released birds and wild breeding pairs.

To register an interest, write to Wingspan stating your experience, references and background.

Requirements: Volunteers need to be 18 years of age or over.

Contact: 1164 Paradise Valley Road, Rotorua T: 07 357 4469 E: [email protected] www.wingspan.co.nz

Conservation

Get amongst it and help out

Setting bait traps help’s protect Aotearoa(NZ)

It’s great to be outside and doing something good.


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haMurana sprinGs inCorporateD soCietyWork: The group was formed to return Haumarana Springs to their former glory.

Volunteers are involved with: Clearing rubbish, Planting native trees Developing new walkways and signage

Activities take place once per month.

Requirements: Volunteers are required to be physically capable of participating in

planting, track forming, or contributing to signage.

Can also find work for the less fit – “come and see our progress.”

Contact: John Rainbow 07 332 2767 Cherry Douglas 07 332 2474 E: [email protected] www.hamurana-springs.co.nz

Mount nGonGotaha bush restoration trustWork: The aim is to create a predatorfree sanctuary on the upper slopes of Mount Ngongotaha, to encourage the return of native birds, plants and other native species.

Clearing tracks and track maintenance Filling bait stations Assist with public events Research

Requirements: Reasonably fit and like the outdoors.

Contact: T: 07 357 4881 E: [email protected] www.ngongotaha.org

nGonGotaha streaM Care teaM (proGress nGonGotaha KoKiri inC)Work: A community group improving the environment by planting thousands of indigenous plants.

Site preparation Planting and pruning

Requirements: Like the outdoors.

Contact: Ann Crawford T: 07 357 2572

oKareKa lanDCare VolunteerslaKe oKareKaWork: Sociable group who undertake plantings, weed control, litter pick up and track maintenance on Lake Okareka’s reserves and walkways.

Requirements: Group meets every 4th Saturday of the month.

Contact: Sandra Goodwin T: 07 362 8865 E: [email protected]

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Charity’s(Shop set up and run under the auspices of the Sunrise Rotary Club)

Work: Volunteers serve in the shop, rostered once every two weeks on a 3-4 hour shift.

Requirements: Conversational English. Reliable

Contact: 1222 Tutanekai St, Rotorua T: 07 349 3038

Qe healthWork: Various roles assisting with the shops.

Requirements: Shop Hours are: Mon to Fri 9.00am - 4.00pm.

Contact: Bill Hobman Tel: 07 345 5441 or 027 6258191

rotorua CoMMunity hospiCeWork: Various roles assisting with the shops.

Requirements: None

Contact: Shops at 80 Pururu St and 1134 Eruera Street, Rotorua

T: 07 343 6591 E: [email protected]

spCa op shopWork: We sell books, clothing, toys, furniture, kitchenware etc Volunteers can help out in the shop with a variety of rolls to be filled.

Open: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Sat: 9am-1pm

Requirements: Reliable. Trustworthy. Honest

Contact: 50a Fairy Springs Rd T: 07 347 2518

traDe aiD shopWork: Volunteers serve in the shop.

Requirements: Conversational English

An interest in doing something practical about injustice and learning about fair trade.

Contact: 1285 Tutanekai Street T: 07 349 4988 E: [email protected] www.tradeaid.org.nz

You can be a vital part of an organisation


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Girls briGaDe 4th rotorua CoMpanyWork: Our programme features a variety of fun activities designed to educate, inspire and develop.

It is run by trained GB leaders with help from volunteer assistants.

Requirements: We believe in a balanced approach to life and so our programmes cover a selection of physical, social, educational and spiritual activities

Contact: We meet on Thursday 6.30-8pm at St Andrews Presbyterian Church. Cnr Old Taupo Rd & Devon St, Rotorua.

Juniors 5.30- 7.00pm (5-8 years) Seniors 6.30- 8pm (9+years)

www.girlsbrigade.org.nz

Girl GuiDinG nzWork: Aim to help girls develop into confident and self-respecting young women, responsive to the needs of others.

Trefoil Guild members are called on to provide extra help at special gatherings. They are often involved in Nationwide projects. They also organize fundraising events.

Requirements: Volunteer help is always appreciated from those over 18.

Contact: T: 0800 555 170 Central North Island T: 0800 222 292 National Office www.girlguidingnz.org.nz E: [email protected]

sCouts neW zealanD - Keas, Cubs anD sCouts in rotoruaWork: Keas, Cubs and Scouts are for children in Years 1 up to Year 10.

Requirements: Some parents, friends or family members may choose to become a Leader in one of the Sections and experience Scouting for themselves.

Contact: Telephone 0800 726 887 to find out the contact details of your nearest Scout Group. www.scouts.org.nz E: [email protected]

Altrusa International Club of Rotorua (Women) ..................... 24

Arthritis NZ ...................................... 18

Brain Injury Association .............. 18

Cancer Society ................................ 18

Canine Friends ................................ 26

Casablanca Rotorua Musical Theatre .................................5

Charity’s ............................................ 29

Citizen Advocacy ........................... 13

Citizens Advice Bureau ....................8

Civil Defence ................................... 15

Community Patrols NZ ...................9

English Language Partners ........ 17

Forest & Bird Society ..................... 27

Girls Brigade .................................... 30

Girl Guides ........................................ 30

Globalfest ............................................7

Habitat for Humanity ................... 25

Haumarana Springs Incorporated Society ............................................... 28

Heart Foundation .......................... 19

IHC ...................................................... 13

Kiwanis of New Zealand .............. 23

Kiwi Encounter ............................... 26

Linton Park Community Centre ...................................................8

Lions Clubs of New Zealand ...... 24

Literacy Rotorua ............................. 17

Mainly Music ................................... 21

Men’s Sheds ..................................... 25

Mount Ngongotaha Bush Restoration Trust ................. 28

Multiple Sclerosis .......................... 18

Ngongotaha Stream Care Team .......................................... 28

NZ Volunteer Fire Brigade .......... 15

Okareka Landcare Volunteers ... 28

Parents Centre ................................ 20

Parkinson’s Society ........................ 18

Parksyde Older Persons Community Centre ..........................9

Plunket .............................................. 20

Progress Ngongotaha Kokiri Ngongotaha Inc ................................9

QE Health ......................................... 29

Red Cross .......................................... 10

Riding for Disabled ....................... 13

Rotary Clubs in Rotorua .............. 23

Rotorua Arts Village .........................4

Rotorua Community Hospice .... 29

Rotorua District Council ..................6

Rotorua Lakes Volunteer Coastguard Inc ............................... 16

Rotorua Little Theatre

(Shambles) ..........................................5

Rotorua Museum of Art

& History ..............................................5

Rotorua Newcomers Network ... 19

Rotorua Ngongotaha Rail Trust ...7

Rotorua Playcentre

Association ...................................... 22

Rotorua Public Library ................. 11

SAFE ................................................... 26

Salvation Army ............................... 11

Scouts New Zealand ..................... 30

SPCA ................................................... 26

SPCA Op Shop ................................ 29

Special Olympics ........................... 14

Sports Bay of Plenty .........................6

St Chads ............................................ 14

St John Volunteer .......................... 12

Stroke Foundation ........................ 19

Trade Aid Shop ............................... 29

Te Amorangi Heritage

Museum ...............................................7

Victim Support ............................... 12

Wingspan Birds of Prey ................ 27

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Help migrants locate the information they require to settle into their local communityRotorua District Council,1061 Haupapa St, Rotorua T: 07 351 7054 • E: [email protected] Thursday clinic at Citizens Advice Bureau, 10am-1pm

For free confidential impartial information and advice, both face-face and telephoneCommunity House, 1115 Haupapa St, Rotorua T: 0800 367 222 or 07 348 3936.

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