The Queensland-based Volunteer Resource Centres - Far North Queensland Volunteers, Volunteering North Queensland, Volunteering Sunshine Coast, and Volunteering Gold Coast, came together for two days of collaboration focused on strengthening volunteering across the state. It was a fantastic exchange of ideas, experiences, and shared resources. Day 2 featured a workshop delivered to VSC members, exploring ways to build social capital and the role of leadership in shaping the future of volunteering. The room was full of energy, with participants actively sharing insights and wisdom. Thank you to all the VRCs and Volunteering Queensland for their support 😀🙌 (fb)

Sharing this thoughtful article by Kellie Scott (ABC) on why socialising is vital to our wellbeing and how rising living costs are affecting our interactions. Kellie encourages us to be “nimble” in finding ways to connect that don’t cost too much and suggests that micro-interactions can help ease feelings of loneliness. Volunteering is a great way to meet like-minded people and stay connected. Read her article here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-10-27/decline-in-socialising-rates-impacting-our-wellbeing/105865064?utm_campaign=abc_news_web&utm_content=link&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_source=abc_news_web #VolunteerNow #volunteeringgoldcoast #MakeADifference (fb)