Volunteer – Events

Volunteer at Melbourne’s Iconic Events!

Do you enjoy helping others and being part of the action? Can you confidently push a manual wheelchair? Want to experience Melbourne’s biggest festivals up close?

Join Travellers Aid as an Event Volunteer in 2027 and make a real difference! We’re looking for passionate volunteers to support people with mobility challenges at some of Melbourne’s most exciting events:

🟢 Australian Open: 11 – 31 January (minimum 4 shifts)

🟢 Moomba Festival: 4–8 March

🟢 Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show: 17–21 March (minimum 2 shifts)

🟢 Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix: 1–4 April (minimum 2 shifts)

Travellers Aid provides on-the-ground assistance to people with permanent disabilities, temporary injuries, or age-related mobility needs—ensuring everyone can enjoy these events with dignity and ease.

About Travellers Aid

We’re a purpose-driven organisation committed to making public spaces and events accessible for all. Our diverse team reflects the vibrant communities we serve, and we pride ourselves on delivering services with care, respect, and compassion.

Who We’re Looking For You don’t need prior experience—just a big heart and a willingness to help! The ideal volunteer is: Friendly, observant, and reliable

• Comfortable working independently
• Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing situations
• A great communicator with a “can-do” attitude
• Available for flexible shifts across event days
• Happy to wear multiple hats and jump in where needed

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting attendees from transport hubs to event entrances via manual wheelchair
• Guiding people to and from seating areas within the event grounds
• Offering friendly support and directions around the venue
• Providing a calm presence for those needing a break or information
• Helping attendees reconnect with their transport when leaving

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Be part of Melbourne’s biggest cultural and sporting events
• Make a meaningful impact in someone’s day
• Meet like-minded people and build new skills
• Receive training and support from a welcoming team

Travellers Aid is an equal opportunity organisation. We strongly encourage applications from people with disability and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

📩 Interested? Have questions? Reach out to us at volunteers@travellersaid.org.au – we’d love to hear from you!