NAMBUCCA Valley Council was finally able to hold its Volunteer Celebration Lunch, delayed by the recent floods, to thank the many volunteers who help deliver its services to the community.
Council has over 220 volunteers who help keep libraries and tourism services running, who manage halls, sporting fields, museums, and community initiatives such as the Nambucca District Band and the We’re Here veterans’ group.
Volunteers also serve on Advisory Committees to Council, such as the Disability Inclusion and Aboriginal Advisory Committees, and the Community Awards and Beach Access Committees.
Councillor James Angel thanked the volunteers for their valuable contribution on behalf of Council and the wider community. Volunteers were provided with certificates acknowledging their service.
“Nambucca Heads RSL made the event memorable with a wonderful roast dinner and dessert,” a Council spokesperson told NOTA.
“Volunteers who would usually be catering and serving others had a chance to relax and mingle, sharing ideas and meeting new people.”
Residents volunteer at a higher rate in the Nambucca Valley than the state and national average (2021 census).
Finding volunteers, however, is becoming more and more difficult as society changes and cost of living impacts households. These changes over time have reduced the number of people who can volunteer, especially from younger age groups and those with specific expertise and skills.
Despite this, volunteering remains beneficial, known to improve health and happiness through the strong social connections it creates.
If you are interested in learning more about volunteering with Council or would like to get involved, please contact the Community Development Officer on 02 6568 0226 or at council@nambucca.nsw.gov.au
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