Whānau Āwhina Plunket is a charity and Aotearoa’s largest support service for the health and wellbeing of tamariki under-five and their whānau. Everything they do is to support Kiwi whānau and their tamariki to thrive. Plunket’s Community Services are not Government funded so are reliant on grants and fundraising.
The Garden Tour was for 10 years the main fundraiser for Wakatipu Plunket. Last year they are collaborated with Arrowtown Creative Arts Society to run a Gardens + Galleries event with a fresh approach to ensure that the event continues to appeal to local supporters and those further afield. This event was a great success so the same format is being used again in February 2025.
About the event:
Garden and art lovers, come and explore some of the Wakatipu Basin's best gardens and art galleries, all in support of Plunket. Held over two days, Gardens + Galleries event offers a beautiful cross-section of gardens, from small and compact to large park-like gardens. The artists’ trails in the Wakatipu Basin represent a diverse group of local painters and sculptors.
They are seeking Garden Ambassadors for their event coming up in Feburary 2025. As a volunteer you will:
As a volunteer you will play a key role in an event where funds help keep Plunket facilities open, and maintaining Community Services such as:
Represent Whānau Āwhina Plunket in the community by:
No garden knowledge needed, just a friendly hello and a smile.
Morning or afternoon shifts available from 9:30am - 12:45pm or 12:30pm to 4pm on Friday 14th and/or Saturday 15th February 2024. Please indicate your availability in your expression of interest below.
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
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