Next week is National Volunteer Week and City of Greater Geelong will celebrate the incredible volunteers who participate in City-run programs,
Running from 19-25 May, National Volunteer Week is Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering.
It highlights the profound contribution of all volunteers and the positive impact they make in communities.
This year’s theme, ‘Connecting Communities’, celebrates the power of volunteering to bring people together and create lasting relationships.
More than 300 volunteers work across numerous volunteer programs coordinated by the City.
For 37 years, City of Greater Geelong volunteer Norma has generously shared her time and passion at the National Wool Museum, helping visitors connect with the rich stories that shape the region’s history.
Her love of learning has deepened not only her knowledge of Geelong’s past, but also her sense of connection to the community she proudly calls home.
Over the years, Norma has welcomed visitors from across the globe, each encounter planting what she describes as “seeds of curiosity” that have grown her own understanding of the world.
Catching up with fellow volunteers and feeling the buzz of excitement that builds around popular exhibitions are what Norma enjoys most about volunteering.
“It’s wonderful seeing people’s reactions,” Norma said.
To mark the occasion, the catenary lights at the intersection of Malop and Moorabool Streets will glow red on Tuesday May 20, Wednesday May 21, Friday May 23, Saturday May 24 and Sunday May 25.
Learn more about volunteering at the City of Greater Geelong at geelong.link/Volunteer
