Thank you for your interest in volunteering within the Loddon Shire community.
Volunteers are at the heart of any thriving community, and across our region they make a meaningful contribution in many different ways. Volunteers help create a vibrant and connected Loddon Shire, from working with Council as part of a local committee of management, to supporting local events and community groups, to assisting in tourism, arts, sports, environment, health, and social services.
There are many ways to get involved depending on your interests, skills, and availability.
One option is volunteering at our accredited Visitor Information Centre in Wedderburn, where you can join a welcoming and passionate team dedicated to promoting the unique experiences of the Loddon Region to visitors. If you would like to learn more about volunteering at the Visitor Information Centre, please contact the Tourism Team on (03) 5494 1257.
We also encourage you to explore the wide range of volunteering opportunities available across the community through local organisations, clubs, and services that rely on volunteer support.
To discover a broader range of volunteer opportunities and register your interest, you can also sign up through Better Impact using the link below.
Hear from our Volunteers!
Still not sure if volunteering is for you? Hear from people from across Loddon Shire who have volunteered and discover the personal and professional benefits they've gained! From developing new skills and building connections to making a positive impact in the community.
Areas of volunteering with Loddon Shire Council
Volunteer Development Program
Register here: Volunteer Development Program- Fill out form
Group 1 – Friday 19 June & Thursday 25 June
Group 2 – Sunday 21 & 28 June
Cost to attend – free
Program Outline
Two half-day workshops for the people who enrich community life for others. The Volunteer Development Program is a series of two connected half-day workshops, designed specifically for people who give their time to community groups, committees, sporting clubs, hall associations, progress groups, and everything in between.
Each workshop runs from 10.00am to 2.00pm, with time to arrive, settle in, have a cup of tea, and connect with others before we begin. There is a relaxed lunch break in the middle where you can chat, swap stories, and build connections with volunteers from other groups across the Shire.
Volunteer Development Program Brochure 2026
We are pleased to support the Volunteer Development Program through Council’s Community Flood Recovery Program, jointly funded by the Australian and Victorian Governments.
Step In, Step Up
Register here: Step In, Step Up- Fill out form
Online, self paced, 60 minutes duration
Cost to attend – free
Program Outline
Step In, Step Up is a self-paced, online short course on governance essentials covering everything a new community committee member needs to know. If you’ve recently joined a not-for-profit community board or committee, or you’re thinking of joining one, or if it’s your role to ensure new board members get a good induction, this is the course for you. The course will take you through the legal and ethical responsibilities of a not-for-profit committee member and give you all the tools you need to get up to speed quickly and start contributing immediately.
The course is delivered through an e-learning management system, meaning participants can study in their own time and at their own pace. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion.
We are pleased to support the Step In, Step Up program through Council’s Community Flood Recovery Program, jointly funded by the Australian and Victorian Governments.
Resources
Governance - Self guided learning materials
Meetings - Self guided learning materials
Engaging Young People - Self guided learning materials