As Australians continue to face rising living expenses, housing pressures, and busy work schedules, millions are still finding time to give back to their communities through volunteering.Find out why volunteer work remains important and how more Filipinos in Australia can get involved in community service.
Key Points
- Australia marks National Volunteer Week 2026 from May 18 to 24, with this year’s theme, “Your Year to Volunteer.”
- New data from Volunteering Australia shows that 9.5 million people volunteered across the country in 2025 through either formal or informal volunteering.
- Volunteering Australia encourages people to start small and look for opportunities that match their skills, interests, and availability.
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