Organisation : Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness & Research Centre
Location : Melbourne (Alexandra Gardens, Melbourne)
Time required : 8 October
Duration of project : 6hrs
Skill area : Community Services, Customer Service, Volunteer Management
Sector : Other
Application closing date : 6 Oct, 2023
About the role
Our Founding Champion, Dame Olivia Newton-John, loved people coming together to support people with cancer. That’s why the Walk for Wellness was always very special to her.
Volunteers are a vital part of making the event as joyful as it is and bringing love & light to people with cancer. Come together on 8 October and choose to help with:
- Event Set-up: Work closely with the event crew to transform Alexandra Gardens to a wonderful event area.
- Parking: Greet people on arrival. Help them find their way around and park safely in the designated areas.
- Registrations: Greet and check-in walkers on arrival and hand out their bibs.
- Course Marshal: Create a fun, friendly and safe event atmosphere and support walkers on the course.
- Merchandise: Get walkers dress the part and assist at the Merchandise tent.
- Activities: Bring the event to life and assist at activities at the Kids Zone or Hope Wall.
- Start Line: ensure everybody comes together in their allocated time wave and are ready to Walk for Wellness.
- Finish Line: Celebrate walker’s achievement.
The average shift duration is 5-6 hours. You can easily choose your preferred shift time and role after filling out the registration form.
Register as volunteer here: https://king-performance-events.rosterfy.co/invite/OW4W
As a small token of our appreciation, you will receive an Olivia Walk for Wellness reusable water bottle and hat as a gift.
Thank you for helping us make this event extra special and bringing love & light to those with cancer.
About the organisation
Austin Health is incredibly grateful for the special relationship we have had with Dame Olivia Newton-John for nearly 20 years. We were continually inspired by Olivia’s beautiful and generous spirit in providing her vision and guidance while working with us to develop the Olivia Newton-John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre (ONJ Centre).
The Wellness Centre continues to be an important part of Olivia's vision for a sanctuary and place of healing within the hospital grounds. Olivia believed that wellness is a positive approach to living, supporting the whole person in body, mind, and spirit. As custodians of Olivia's dream and legacy, we all share a commitment to honour her vision and work to make it a reality.
How to apply
To volunteer, check out our website and register via link: https://www.walkforwellness.com.au/volunteer
Please quote in application: Bring love & light as a volunteer at Olivia’s Walk for Wellness! via Pro Bono Australia.
