Rural aid Australia

Every year, Rural Aid’s Farm Recovery Events bring volunteers together to support farming families recovering from natural disasters and ongoing hardship. From repairing fences and clearing debris to lending a hand wherever it’s needed most, these events are about practical support, connection and showing rural communities they are not facing recovery alone.

You don’t need farming experience or trade skills to get involved. People from all walks of life come together, each contributing in their own way to help farmers get back on their feet. Whether you can work on the tools, help with logistics, cook meals or simply show up ready to lend a hand, every volunteer makes a real difference.

More than just a weekend of work, Farm Recovery Events create lasting impact for farming families and meaningful connections between city and country communities. Together, we’re standing with farmers every season.

If you would also like to volunteer in between events, you can also volunteer for Rural Aid’s Farm Army. Learn more

Individual Volunteer

Corporate Volunteer

Learn more about what our Farm Recovery Event volunteers do on-farm at these scheduled events:

Volunteer Events - Rural Aid - Supporting Rural Communities

Upcoming Events

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Pre-Event Documentation

Volunteer Registration Form 2022/2023 (non-corporate)

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Upcoming volunteer events:*

Registering for an event: Due to the high popularity of these events, the number of people attending each event is limited. Rural Aid will be in touch with you further to confirm if you have secured a spot at your chosen event.

If you have not participated in a Rural Aid volunteer event before, welcome. You will need to complete the form below and indicate which event you would like to register for from the drop-down menu. If you are travelling as a couple, both people wanting to volunteer will need to complete the registration form below. You should also read through our volunteer agreement and induction documents listed below.

If you have any questions or concerns with any of these questions, please contact our recovery event coordinator at volunteers@ruralaid.org.au

Check out what our Farm Recovery Volunteers have been doing!

To keep up to date with the Rural Aid Volunteers, check out their Facebook group.

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Your Details

Name*

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Your Email*

Mobile Phone*

Date of Birth*

* Note you must be 18 years or older to participate

Gender*

Address*

Street Address Address Line 2 City State Post Code

Next of Kin (Not travelling with you)

Name*

Mobile Phone*

Email*

About You

Do you have a current first aid certificate?*

Have you had a Tetanus vaccination in the previous 10 years?*

* Please ensure this is updated.

What is your background/experience? Do you have a trade?*

Do you have any pre-existing health conditions?*

Dietary Requirements

Please list any dietary requirements you may have. Note: we may be unable to meet your dietary needs on the trip.

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I Agree/Disagree

Do you agree to allow your name/picture/interview to be used by Rural Aid*

In any publication, advertisement or promotional material by or for Rural Aid. I understand that these publications may: • be placed on web sites managed by Rural Aid or used for stories in the media, including newspaper, radio, television or online • appear on the internet, in print or in electronic media • be viewed by anyone and may enable people to identify me • be used for current or future promotional purposes, including but not limited to posters, brochures and reports I can contact Rural Aid at any time to access the above material.

I have read and agree to abide by the conditions set out in the volunteer agreement*

I have read and agreed to abide by the conditions set out in the Away Team Volunteer Induction Policies document*

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Have you provided help to our farmers over the last ten years through the Volunteer program? We would love to hear your stories, insights, and experiences during your volunteer experience(s) with Rural Aid and what it means to make a difference.

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If you would also like to volunteer in between events, you can also volunteer for Rural Aid’s Farm Army. Learn more

Thank you for considering participation in one of Rural Aid’s upcoming farm recovery events.

If you have previously participated in one of our volunteer events, you don’t need to register again. You can register your interest for your chosen Rural Aid’s farm recovery event by emailing volunteers@ruralaid.org.au If you have not participated in a Rural Aid volunteer event before, welcome. You will need to complete the form below and indicate which event you would like to register for from the drop-down menu. You should also read through our volunteer agreement and induction documents listed below. Volunteer Information and Volunteer Agreement Away Team Volunteer Induction Docs Combined 2023 To keep up to date with the 2026 Farm Recovery Events, and register to the Volunteer newsletter that is sent once every two months, register below: register here Have you provided help to our farmers over the last ten years through the Volunteer program? We would love to hear your stories, insights, and experiences during your volunteer experience(s) with Rural Aid and what it means to make a difference.

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Corporate Volunteer