Volunteering can fit around life...
Are you short on time but still want to give back? Do you have a hectic family schedule or an unpredictable work roster?
Try casual volunteering!
When you join our 'Single Events Volunteers List', we will let you know about one-time volunteering opportunities (like street appeals, working bees, festivals, expos, etc.) and you let us know if you're available. There is no obligation to say yes to every event, and no long-term commitment!
Interested? Take two minutes and join by clicking the 'read more' button below.
Alternatively, call 03 577 9388, or email vm@volunteermarlborough.org.nz
Upcoming single events:
• 9th May (9:30am) - Grovetown Lagoon Working Bee
• 27th June (9:30am) - Grovetown Lagoon Working Bee
• 1st August (9:30am) - Grovetown Lagoon Working Bee
• August - Daffodil Day
• 26th September (9:30am) - Grovetown Lagoon Working Bee
• October - Pink Ribbon Street Appeal
• 21st November (9:30am) - Grovetown Lagoon Working Bee
• November - Orphans Aid International Appeal
• Any time - Promotional Assistant with Volunteer Marlb. (poster or flyer delivery)
Poll: Should the government levy industries that contribute to financial hardship?
As reported in the Post, there’s a $30 million funding gap in financial mentoring. This has led to services closing and mentors stepping in unpaid just to keep helping people in need 🪙💰🪙
One proposed solution? Small levies on industries that profit from financial hardship — like banks, casinos, and similar companies.
So we want to hear what you think:
Should the government ask these industries to contribute?
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60.8% Yes, supporting people is important!
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23.8% No, individuals should take responsibility
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15.4% ... It is complicated
A Neighbourly Riddle! Don’t Overthink It… Or Do?😜
Do you think you know the answer? Simply 'Like' this post if you know the answer and the big reveal will be posted in the comments at 2pm on the day!
If you multiply this number by any other number, the answer will always be the same. What number is this?
Poll: As a customer, what do you think about automation?
The Press investigates the growing reliance on your unpaid labour.
Automation (or the “unpaid shift”) is often described as efficient ... but it tends to benefit employers more than consumers.
We want to know: What do you think about automation?
Are you for, or against?
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9.7% For. Self-service is less frustrating and convenient.
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43.2% I want to be able to choose.
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47.1% Against. I want to deal with people.
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