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Do you enjoy giving back to others, and love that feel-good feeling you get when you do?
Organisations across the Highlands need you and your passions!
You could help the Moss Vale Community Garden, greet visitors and maintain museums and op-shops, and assist and socialise with vulnerable individuals.
Those are only just some of the opportunities you could take part in.
"People are the backbone to volunteer groups," said Volwing Wingecarribee Volunteer Centre manager Helen Wooby.
"We need to get the word out."
Despite the pandemic, volunteers are able to be placed safely in organisations around the Highlands.
Mrs Wooby explained that many current volunteers are aged between 70 and 90, and are limited because of Covid-19.
"We also need younger bodies," Mrs Wooby added.
"We're trying to to stimulate the new generation with the community."
Helpers are also needed for Volwing's programs Learner Driver Mentor Program, Tech Now and Combating Social Isolation for Seniors.
Mrs Wooby also mentioned Community Transport, a service that transports vulnerable citizens to outings, appointments and out and were desperate for drivers.
"Without them, it makes life hard for a lot of senior citizens," she said.
Highlanders can complete an online application to express their passions and availability to volunteer.
Volwing then suggest positions and groups based on their responses.
"The benefits of volunteering are amazing," Mrs Wooby added.
"You could learn a new skill, make new friends, and there is the reward of giving back to the community.
"That in itself is brilliant."
You can see the positions available with different community groups here.
Volwing's office is also open on Queen Street in Moss Vale from 9:30am - 1:00pm from Monday to Friday.
Guests are required to sign in with QR codes and wear masks.
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