Thank you to all past volunteers for your wonderful support, this festival could not survive without its enthusiastic volunteers.
Why volunteer?
Volunteering is your opportunity to contribute to the success of one of Australia's leading festivals. Apart from the satisfaction that comes from being part of a great team, volunteering also gives you an opportunity to learn new skills whilst fostering a vibrant festival community.
Who can volunteer?
Anyone with a smile and good sense of humor, plus a commitment to getting the job done. Volunteers are an integral part of the festival – in fact, without volunteers there'd be no festival!
Each year, over 200 wonderful individuals work in all areas of the festival, including:
- Site setup and break down
- Entry / gate team
- Venue management and MC's
- Festival shop
- Resource recovery and waste management
- Table clearing
- Artist services and hospitality
- Youth and children's festival
- Raffle ticket selling
See Volunteer Job Descriptions for more detailed list and information.
Volunteer Camping
- Volunteers are able to purchase camping in the conveniently located Kingsley Park camping area, which is close to the festival precinct and all amenities. You may, of course, purchase camping with friends and/or family in other camping areas.
- To purchase your festival weekend entry and camping ticket in Kingsley Park you must first complete the online volunteer registration form (or as a previous volunteer, have re-registered to Terry McLaughlin by email). This enables our office staff to confirm you as a volunteer and is the only way you will be able to purchase camping in the Kingsley Park Volunteer camp area. Once ticket sales open in January, you can call the office on 9246 3311 to purchase your festival weekend camping ticket. Do not purchase your entry ticket online separately!
- One car per camping site – only one car per campsite in the campground. Other cars must be parked in the front car park. For the comfort of others, please do not drive around the campgrounds or festival precinct once you have set up your campsite.
Terms and conditions
Hours and refunds
- Volunteers can work for as little or as long as they like
- Adult volunteers who complete 8 (or 10) hours and youth who complete 6 hours, can apply for a partial ticket refund
- Teenagers from 13-17 may volunteer in the children or youth areas and table clearing
- The following partial refunds apply:
- Maximum number of refunds per family ticket is 3.
- Refunds will only be granted at the completion of all shifts, and a roster recoup form must be signed by the area coordinator.
Training and induction
- It is a requirement that volunteers attend at least one of two training sessions early in the year. If you are unable to attend either session for any reason, you must have had contact with your area coordinator or manager prior to the festival.
- All volunteers must attend an induction on site at least 1 hour before their first shift; for insurance purposes and in order to receive a Healthway endorsed volunteer t-shirt and lanyard which must be worn when on duty
Other important stuff
- Consumption of alcohol or drug use pre or during your shift will not be tolerated under any circumstance.
- No smoking is allowed in the festival precinct.
- Closed-in shoes must be worn at all times during your shift/s.
- All information and processes associated with any volunteer position are to be considered confidential.
- Wearing your volunteer t-shirt makes you an ambassador for the festival. Therefore, a positive attitude, and a courteous manner is required at all times.
- Remember, volunteering gives you a different perspective and enhances your involvement in the festival community – so make the most of it and have lots of fun!
Apply online
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