Nominations for the 2026 Volunteering North Queensland Volunteer of the Year Awards are now open!
The 2026 Volunteering North Queensland Volunteer of the Year Awards are here, and it’s time to recognise the incredible volunteers who make a real difference in our community! These awards are open to volunteers and organisations contributing to their communities in Townsville, Hinchinbrook, Burdekin, Palm Island, Mount Isa and all regions in between. Whether it’s […]
Local Business Backs Local Good with fortnightly “Thank You Thursdays” Initiative
Celebrating The Hero’s amongst us A new partnership between The Cheesecake Shop Deeragun and Volunteering North Queensland is set to put generosity and gratitude firmly back on the menu. Launched in late February, “Thank You Thursdays” will see The Cheesecake Shop Deeragun give away a cake every fortnight to a local charity or an individual […]
Small Grant, Big Heart: Community, Government and Local Business Partner to Strengthen Volunteer Safety
Volunteering North Queensland Inc (VNQ) is celebrating a powerful example of community collaboration, with Federal Government support and local business stepping up together to deliver a long-term safety solution for volunteers and the wider community. VNQ was successful in securing a $2,500 Volunteer Grant through the Federal Government’s Volunteer Grants Program, supported by Phillip Thompson OAM MP, Federal Member […]
Supporting Queensland’s Volunteer Sector
Volunteering North Queensland (VNQ) welcomes the release of the State Government’s response to the Parliamentary Inquiry into Volunteering in Queensland, which sets out a series of proposed actions aimed at strengthening and supporting volunteering across the state. The response indicates support, in principle, for all recommendations made through the Inquiry and outlines 18 initiatives designed […]
Celebrating International Volunteer Day 2025
Volunteers, volunteer-involving organisations, state government MPs and local government representatives came together on 4 December to celebrate International Volunteer Day 2025 with Volunteering North Queensland. The event celebrated the extraordinary contribution of volunteers worldwide and reinforced an important message that every act of volunteering, no matter how small, strengthens communities and creates meaningful change. This […]
Queensland Country Bank backs the backbone of our community
Volunteering North Queensland (VNQ) is excited to share some good news for the local volunteer sector, announcing a brand new partnership with Queensland Country Bank that celebrates the people who give freely of their time to keep our communities strong. Thanks to Queensland Country Bank, membership fees for current Individual and Organisation Members of VNQ […]
Notice of VNQ’s 2025 Annual General Meeting
Notice of VNQ’s 2025 Annual General Meeting Monday 20th October 2025 7:00pmatThe Cafe, Northreach Baptist Church38 Canterbury Road, Kirwan With Special AI Grants Training from 5:30 pm, with CEO and Founder of LiteHaus International – Jack Growden.AGM to follow at 7:00pm The meeting is open to all members of the community, however only members with […]
David vs Goliath Moment: VNQ Welcomes Volunteer Inquiry Outcomes
Volunteering North Queensland (VNQ) has welcomed the release of the State Government’s Parliamentary Inquiry into Volunteers, calling it a landmark moment for Queensland’s 3 million volunteers. The report delivered eight recommendations, including two of VNQ’s key priorities: • Improving operating conditions for Volunteer Resource Centre’s (VRCs)• Adopting a whole-of-government approach to recognising, investing in, and […]
Announcing the Winners of the 2025 VNQ Volunteer of the Year Awards
Winners of the 2025 Volunteering North Queensland Volunteer of the Year Awards were announced at a Mayoral Civic Reception on 20th May 2025, hosted by Townsville City Council. Held during National Volunteer Week celebrations, the annual awards honour the amazing North Queensland volunteers who work tirelessly to strengthen our North Queensland and surrounding communities. Congratulations […]
Nominations are open for the 2025 Volunteering North Queensland Volunteer of the Year Awards
The 2025 Volunteering North Queensland Volunteer of the Year Awards are here, and it’s time to recognise the incredible volunteers who make a real difference in our community! These awards are open to volunteers and organisations in Townsville, Hinchinbrook, Burdekin, Mount Isa, Palm Island and all regions in between. Whether it’s an inspiring young volunteer, […]