Applications are now open!
Our Expression of Interest is live; please fill in the application form - you will find the link in the "I would like to volunteer" box to the top right of this page.
Or email majevvolunteers@cityofsydney.nsw.gov.au
Sydney New Year’s Eve is one the world’s largest New Year’s Eve celebrations, with a local audience of over a million around the harbour foreshore, and a global audience reach over 425 million. Sydney Harbour takes centre stage for the event program and includes pylon projections and lighting displays throughout the night, a Welcome to Country, Calling Country fireworks display at 9pm and the midnight spectacular.
Volunteer opportunities
The City of Sydney is recruiting volunteers for the event from 28 December to 31 December 2026.
Our volunteers are the face of Sydney New Year’s Eve and provide valuable information to our audiences. Volunteers are based at information booths around the city and in roving teams at key locations. Volunteers share information with people about the event, vantage points, accessible viewing areas, public facilities, transport, amenities and general directions.
Requirements
- Local knowledge of the Sydney city centre is essential.
- A second language is desirable as the city hosts visitors from around the world.
- A friendly and polite manner.
- Experience in customer service is welcomed.
- Volunteers must be over 18 years of age.
- Compulsory dates include Wednesday 16 December and Sunday 31 December.
Volunteer benefits
- Exclusive Sydney New Year's Eve t-shirt, hat and bag
- Access to view the fireworks from a vantage point
- Certificate of appreciation
- Statement of service
- Enjoy the unique experience that comes from being part of the worlds biggest events
I would like to volunteer
There are different ways to Volunteer
Be a Team Leader
Team leaders are responsible for managing up to 10 volunteers during their shifts.
Join an information booth team (28 to 31 December)
You can volunteer at one our six Information Booths spread over the event location.
Join a roving team (31 December)
Roving teams are not based at the information booth but are responsible for a designated area in the city.
Mission Statement
The City of Sydney is currently looking to recruit volunteers for 2026 Sydney New Year's Eve from 28 December to 31 December 2026.
Our volunteers are the face of Sydney New Year’s Eve and provide valuable information to our audiences. Volunteers are based at Information Booths located around the city and we also have roving teams at key locations.
Volunteers share information with the public about the event, vantage points, accessible viewing areas, public facilities, transport, amenities and general directions.
