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Volunteer Opportunity: Help Continue Our Iconic Vintage Clothing Sale!

For 15 years, a dedicated and inspiring group of women have collected, mended, and sold vintage apparel, accessories, and objects—raising invaluable funds for the National Trust of Australia (Victoria).This admired team is now retiring, and we are seeking expressions of interest from passionate volunteers who would love to carry forward this cherished tradition. If you have an knowledge of  fashion brands, vintage fashion, sustainable fashion, retail, or community fundraising, we’d love to hear from you!

Join us in ensuring this Iconic Vintage Clothing Sale continues for another 15 years.

 Volunteer activities could include : 

• Actively interact with NTAV staff to ensure constant flow of donated items 
• Attend weekly working bees at Rippon Lea as clothing and items are prepared for the Sale. 
• Possibly attend donation pickups to curate our items 
• Attend Abbotsford Convent in the immediate weekdays in the lead up to the Sale Weekend. 
• Be supported and work co-operatively with other volunteers and immerse ourself in an important NTAV fundraiser
• Tasks can vary depending on the day, week and season
• And many more practical, essential roles,  and helpful roles. 

Knowledge and Skills required :  

• Experience is not always necessary 
• An interest in fashion, clothing, antiques and sustainable clothing practice is desirable
• Positive work ethic appreciated 

Volunteer Benefits include  

• Social and community benefits 
• Connection to meet people with similar interests and make new friends.  
• Joining a community of volunteers, with regular meetings and opportunities for attendance at events and outings organised by NTAV.  
• Chance to make a positive difference to our cultural heritage 

You will be one of a team of experienced volunteers.
The National Trust is a not for profit organisation that aims to conserve Australia’s history and heritage for present and future generations. 

As part of the application process, we will ask you to agree to register as a National Trust Volunteer. 
Volunteers for the Core Vintage Sale Team ARE required to have a current Working with Children’s Card (Free for Volunteers) or a police check ( discounted with our community code). 

If this sounds like you (or someone you know), please get in touch by filling in an application or contacting volunteers@nattrust.com.au and please share this with your networks. 

Thank you for considering volunteering with us. We believe in inclusiveness, diversity, and equality and are committed to ensuring that our workplaces are a reflection of that. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to our vacancies. 

We promote diversity and practice equity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.