McLachlan said depending on the organisation, they might want to do a police check, a reference check and an interview. “We’d love to welcome as many people as we could because the more hands on deck the more we can do and the more we can contribute to the community.”She said people were self-motivated to apply for volunteer work. “Unemployment being high really does encourage people to engage with the workforce and get experience,” Crichton said. “It really is about staying connected with the community and meeting others.”She said more young people were seeking volunteer work experience. “It’s a great opportunity to get work experience and a reference and there’s an appeal there as an employer ...

Source: New Zealand Herald December 27, 2025 20:38 UTC