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Barwon Park Mansion Barwon Park is an authentic bluestone mansion and stables set in a sweeping rural landscape. Visitors still marvel at the magnificent entrance hall and impressive room. The restored mansion and stables are also an ideal venue for weddings, photography and group functions. Barwon Park is located at 105 Inverleigh Road, Winchelsea on Wadawurrung Country Barwon Grange The only surviving example of the many fashionable river front residences built along the Barwon River during the 1850s and 1860s for the wealthy of Geelong. The extensive library featured a ‘Cyclopaedia of Medicine’ and Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. The cellar was stocked with wine and spirits, the conservatory filled with plants, sculptures, a collection of coral and two canaries in brass cages. Barwon Grange is located at 25 Fernleigh Street, Newton on Wadawurrung Country The Heights Heritage Home & Garden The Heights is the largest prefabricated house in Victoria and still retain many of its mid-nineteenth century charms. The stables, water tower, groom’s cottage and dovecote are all in original condition. The beautifully maintained gardens are a centrepiece of The Heights. The Heights is located at 140 Aphrasia Street, Newtown on Wadawurrung Country
Chiltern is a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Victoria's High Country on Yorta Yorta Country. This charming town, with its rich history and picturesque landscapes, is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a glimpse into Victoria’s Gold Rush era.
The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) has three properties within a short distance of each other, along with a delightful gift shop selling local products. We are always looking for support at these places !
Lake View House
One of Chiltern’s crown jewels is Lake View House, a Victorian-era modest but stately home that stands as a testament to the town’s grandeur in the 19th century. Overlooking Lake Anderson, this beautifully preserved property allows visitors to step back in time and experience the days gone by. Wander through its quaint rooms, admire the beautifully cared-for grounds and gardens, and learn about the fascinating history of the house and its former residents.
Lake View House is located at 18-22 Victoria Street, Chiltern on Yorta Yorta Country.
Dow’s Pharmacy
Step into a long-gone era of medicine at this unique country pharmacy. Untouched since it closed its doors in 1968, Dow’s Pharmacy offers a fascinating window into the world of 19th-century medicine. From vintage pharmaceutical equipment to intriguing medical artifacts, you’ll feel like you’ve gone back in time as you uncover its many hidden surprises.
Dow's Pharmacy is located at 42 Conness Street, Chiltern on Yorta Yorta Country.
Federal Standard Print Works
For those with a fascination for the written word and the art of printing, Federal Standard Print Works is a rare hidden treasure. As one of the few substantially intact provincial newspaper printeries remaining from the gold mining era, this living museum celebrates the history of printing and publishing in regional Victoria. The vintage presses and traditional typesetting equipment have all been carefully preserved and are still put through their paces on open days.
Federal Standard Print Works is located at Main Street, Chiltern on Yorta Yorta Country.
Mills Cottage
One of Victoria's oldest homes, Mills Cottage is a reminder of maritime history and life in Port Fairy, a fishing village on the Shipwreck Coast
Named after the Mills family, who occupied or owned the cottage from 1842 – 1909, the house remains considerably intact including over fifty different wallpapers layered throughout its rooms. The earliest surviving part of Mills Cottage dates to 1843, making it one of Victoria’s oldest homes.
John and his brother Charles Fredrick Mills had been sealers and whalers, but settled in Port Fairy, where John became a maritime trader and Harbour Master and Charles a farmer. From the mid 1850s-1871 Captain John Mills was the Port Fairy Harbour Master, an important role in such a bustling port.
We are always looking for new Volunteers to Support our team in the beautiful Heritage Town.
Mills Cottage is located at 40 Gipps Street, Port Fairy on Eastern Marr Country.
Mott’s Cottage
Mott’s Cottage is a charming vernacular cottage that reflects the lives of people who worked in the port village.
Named after Sarah Jane Mott who lived in the cottage for 26 years in the early 20th century, her family were fishermen and boatmen in the township.
Constructed in three stages, the oldest section dates from 1845 or earlier.
Unusually for a humble seaman’s cottage it acquired a second story when Mrs Jane Chastel leased the property in the 1850s. It was then occupied by local stonemason John Hooper who ran a boarding house with his daughter Caroline in the late nineteenth century.
Mott's Cottage is located at 5 Sackville Street, Port Fairy on Eastern Marr Country. |
Opportunities Available
Tour Guide
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The National Trust is search for Tour Guide volunteers for it's Geelong and Regional properties. The duties include welcoming guests to the property, and conducting and telling the history of the properties. Availability on Sundays is required and an occasional weekend. Opportunities also exist to help out for private tours once the Volunteer Guide is experienced. |
Maintenance and Gardening Volunteers
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We are currently seeking expressions of interest for Maintenance and Gardening Volunteer roles at our Geelong and Regional Properties. Our Gardening groups often become close Social groups.
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General Interest Registration
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Volunteering with the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while connecting with our rich heritage. Whether you’re passionate about history, nature, or community, there’s a role for you. From guiding visitors through iconic properties to supporting events, being involved in our gardens and landscape spaces, conservation projects, or assisting with administration, you’ll play a vital part in preserving and celebrating our cultural legacy. Join our vibrant community of volunteers and help us protect the stories of the past for future generations. If there is not a current Volunteer opportunity available that interests please apply and our Staff will contact you to discuss what opportunity best suits you Knowledge and Skills required :
Volunteer Benefits include
Training and skill development in:
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 are may be required to have a current Working with Children’s Card (free for volunteers) and police check which you can apply for as part of the application process. 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. |
Mooramong Gardening Volunteer
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The National Trust are seeking volunteers to help care for Mooramong’s beautiful Heritage Garden! Join our friendly gardening crew once a month for a 3-hour session. A new volunteer intake is coming up. If you enjoy gardening, are fit, and love working outdoors, we’d love to hear from you and invite you to our volunteer induction. Help us preserve this special place! Volunteer activities could include:
Knowledge and Skills required :
Volunteer Benefits include
Training and skill development in:
You will be one of a team. 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 are required to have a current Working with Children’s Card (free for volunteers) and police check which you can apply for at a discount as part of the application process. If this sounds like you (or someone you know), please get in touch for more information 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. |
PNVE Project Research Support
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Interested in historical research ? Possibly love stories, history, and a good spreadsheet? We’ve got the perfect volunteer role for you!
Join the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) as a PNVE Project Support Volunteer and help shape the future of storytelling across our iconic properties. From the comfort of your home (or a heritage site if you prefer!), you’ll dive into fascinating facts, forgotten tales, and hidden gems, all while helping us build a centralised, searchable archive that brings our places to life.
What you could be doing:
Location: Remote or at an NTAV property
Time Commitment: Totally flexible
Reports to: PNVE Working Group / NTAV Rep
You’ll love this role if you’re into:
Benefits can include:
Training and skill development in:
As part of the application process, we will ask you to agree to register as a National Trust Volunteer. Volunteers are required to have a current Working with Children’s Card (free for volunteers) and police check which you can apply for as part of the application process. 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. |
Head Office Tasma Terrace East Melbourne
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The head office of the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) One of the finest examples of a nineteenth-century three-storey terrace house in Australia, Tasma Terrace was built in 1879 for wealthy grain merchant George Nipper as a stylish guest house and family home. Facing demolition and replacement with hi-rise towers in 1970, this beautiful and unique building was saved through the advocacy of the National Trust. Tasma Terrace now houses the head office of the National Trust of Australia (Victoria), a gallery space, and a number of period decorated meeting and function rooms. Its here you can find Volunteering roles with our central Teams, such as Advocacy, Collections, Marketing, Retail and Commercial. If you are an Intern this is where you should register your interest also! The National Trust Head Office is located at 6 Parliament Place, East Melbourne on Wurundjeri Woiwurrung Country |
Opportunities Available
General Interest YOUTH Registration
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Are you aged between 13 to under 18 and looking for a way to get involved, give back, and gain new skills? Volunteering with the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is a great way for young people to connect with history, the environment, and the community—while having fun and making a real impact. Whether you're interested in heritage, gardens, storytelling, events, or behind-the-scenes support, there are age-appropriate opportunities for you to get involved. You might help at open days, assist with tours or activities, support gardening teams, or lend a hand with creative projects and administration. Youth volunteering is a chance to:
We welcome young volunteers and work with schools, community groups, and families to create meaningful, roles that inspire a love for heritage and volunteering. The National Trust is a child safe organisation with all our staff and volunteers having the appropriate up to date compliance checks in place. Join us and become a young custodian of the past—shaping a better future. Knowledge and Skills required :
Volunteer Benefits include
Training and skill development in:
To qualify as a Youth Volunteer with the NTAV you must be under 18 years of age. 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. |
Preventative Conservation Cleaning Volunteer
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As a Preventative Conservation Cleaning Volunteer with the National Trust of Australia (Victoria), you will play an essential role in preserving our cultural heritage. This role involves caring for historical objects and building interiors through preventative conservation and intensive cleaning practices. Volunteers will receive training and follow detailed guidelines from the NTAV Housekeeping Manual to ensure the safe and effective care of collection items. Inductions are done through out the year. Volunteer activities could include:
Knowledge and Skills required :
Volunteer Benefits include
Training and Skill Development
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 are required to have a current Working with Children’s Card (free for volunteers) and police check which you can apply for as part of the application process. If this sounds like you (or someone you know), please get in touch for more information 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. |
National Trust Branches
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The National Trust's Branch network in Victoria covers metropolitan Melbourne, regional and rural Victoria. Branches facilitate the participation of local National Trust members in heritage advocacy work in their local area. There are many opportunities open to members through engaging with your local Branch. These include:
Each Branch is unique in the opportunities and activities it provides. Find a branch near you: www.nationaltrust.org.au/branches-vic |
Opportunities Available
Join your Local NTAV Branch Committee
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Are you passionate about heritage and looking to connect with like-minded individuals in your community? By joining your local National Trust branch, you’ll have the opportunity to advocate for local heritage, participate in events, and contribute to meaningful conservation efforts. Whether you’re interested in campaigning for heritage protection, helping at events, or simply sharing your love of history, your involvement makes a real difference. Become part of a dedicated group working to safeguard our shared heritage—your voice and support matter! Volunteer activities could include:
Knowledge and Skills desired but not mandatory :
Volunteer Benefits include
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. If this sounds like you (or someone you know), please get in touch for more information 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. |
Rippon Lea Estate
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Rippon Lea is a large 19th century mansion surrounded by 7 hectares of Victorian pleasure gardens. It is listed on the National Heritage Register as one of the finest examples of original suburban estate in Australia. The house was completed in 1868. It was built for Frederick Sargood. Sargood made his money selling soft-goods on the goldfields. The house is named after his mother’s maiden-name, Rippon. Lea is an English word for meadow. The property was a large, self-sufficient farm, about twice the size it is now. The mansion was originally 15 rooms; it currently has 33 rooms. Sargood moved in with his first wife, Marian, and their 9 surviving children. There were 7 maids, a butler, 7 gardeners, a coachman and a groom. Sargood was a typical man of the Victorian Age – visionary and practical. This resulted in an elaborate underground watering system and the house having its own electricity supply. Unusually for its time, the house had internal toilets. Sargood was a keen gardener who was particularly interested in orchids and ferns. A large number of plants were imported. The garden is complex and covers almost 14 acres, which includes a large lake, extensive shrubberies and flower gardens, an orchard of historically significant fruit varieties, a fernery, rose gardens and many other features of historical, landscape and architectural interest, all forming the setting for the polychrome brick mansion completed in 1868. Rippon Lea is a vast and complicated site. From gardening, guiding, front of house and back of houses there can be something for everyone here! There is always multitude of roles available with periodic inductions. Please register your interest and we will be in touch! Rippon Lea Estate is located at 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick on Bunurong / Boon Wurrung Country |
Opportunities Available
General Interest Registration
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Volunteering with the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while connecting with our rich heritage. Whether you’re passionate about history, nature, or community, there’s a role for you. From guiding visitors through iconic properties to supporting events, being involved in our gardens and landscape spaces, conservation projects, or assisting with administration, you’ll play a vital part in preserving and celebrating our cultural legacy. Join our vibrant community of volunteers and help us protect the stories of the past for future generations. If there is not a current Volunteer opportunity available that interests please apply and our Staff will contact you to discuss what opportunity best suits you Knowledge and Skills required :
Volunteer Benefits include
Training and skill development in:
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 are may be required to have a current Working with Children’s Card (free for volunteers) and police check which you can apply for as part of the application process. 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. |
Youth Volunteer
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Are you aged between 13 to under 18 and looking for a way to get involved, give back, and gain new skills? Volunteering with the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is a great way for young people to connect with history, the environment, and the community—while having fun and making a real impact. Whether you're interested in heritage, gardens, storytelling, events, or behind-the-scenes support, there are age-appropriate opportunities for you to get involved. You might help at open days, assist with tours or activities, support gardening teams, or lend a hand with creative projects and administration. Youth volunteering is a chance to:
We welcome young volunteers and work with schools, community groups, and families to create meaningful, roles that inspire a love for heritage and volunteering. The National Trust is a child safe organisation with all our staff and volunteers having the appropriate up to date compliance checks in place. Join us and become a young custodian of the past—shaping a better future. Knowledge and Skills required :
Volunteer Benefits include
Training and skill development in:
To qualify as a Youth Volunteer with the NTAV you must be under 18 years of age. 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. |
