Welcome to Volunteering @ Kookaburra Kids

🚤 Cruise Away – Volunteer Opportunity
DVA Program

We’d love you to join us for a full-day adventure on the water supporting Defence young people to build confidence, teamwork, and connection through hands-on maritime experiences.

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📅 Saturday 11 April 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 POW Bay Marina (Berth Y0) - 20 Bender Drive, Derwent Park, Tasmania 7009
🚤 Full-day boating and water-based experience
📧 You’ll receive an email if selected (check inbox + junk)
⏳ 48 hrs to respond → 7 days to confirm
🔒 Limited spots – closes when full

🧭 Simple Steps
📩 Apply → 📧 Check Email → 📝 Complete Form → ✅ You’re in

📝 How to Join

1. Apply
   Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) in MyImpact
2. Check your email
   If selected, we’ll send you an email
   📧 (please check your inbox and junk folder)
3. Let us know you’re interested
   Reply within 48 hours
4. Confirm your spot
   Complete the Confirmation Form within 7 days
   ✅ Your place is confirmed once the form is submitted

⚠️ If the form isn’t returned, your spot may be offered to another volunteer
🔒 Spots are limited and will close when full

📌 EOIs are reviewed as they are received. You will be contacted to confirm if you have a place or are on the Backup List.

👥 On the Day
• Meet at the marina for check-in
• Short, friendly briefing before departure
• Travel together on the boat throughout the day
• Ongoing support from AKKF staff throughout the activity

🧩 What We Will Do
• Fishing activities
• Scavenger hunt challenges
• Rope work and practical skills
• Boat cruising experience
• Group connection and teamwork activities
• Wellbeing and reflection conversations

Activities may vary depending on weather and conditions.

This helps young people build confidence, teamwork, resilience, and connection.

🤝 Your Role
• Welcome and support young people
• Help them feel safe, included, and comfortable
• Encourage participation (no pressure)
• Support teamwork during challenges and activities
• Assist with meals and breaks
• Facilitate connection and small group conversations
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and positive environment
• Always supervise with another adult

🛡️ Safety
• Your WWCC must be valid and verified
• All onboarding must be complete before attending

You may notice:
• Boat travel and open water environments
• Fishing equipment and active outdoor conditions
• Changing weather conditions
• Young people needing encouragement or reassurance

Water safety is managed by trained marine operators.

AKKF provides:
• Supportive staff at all times
• First Aid-trained team members
• Two-adult supervision
• Pre-event volunteer briefing
• Qualified marine supervision

🔒 Full program details are shared with confirmed volunteers only in line with safeguarding practices.

✅ Your Commitment
If you accept a spot, we’ll be counting on you to attend.

If something changes, please let us know as soon as possible.
This helps us find another volunteer and keep the program safe for everyone.

💬 We’re here for you too.
If you require transport support or can offer a lift, please let us know.

🚗 Travel
Please travel directly to the marina.

Exact meeting details will be provided to confirmed volunteers.

If getting there is difficult, let us know — we’re happy to talk through options with you.

👕 What to Bring
• Enclosed, non-slip shoes
• Comfortable outdoor clothing
• Warm layers
• Hat and sunscreen
• Water bottle
• Light rain jacket (recommended)

Food may be provided (please let us know any dietary needs)

📦 Information Pack
We’ll send your Information Pack on Thursday before the activity
This will include final details and contact numbers

❓ Questions / Support
📅 Book a Support Call: https://tinyurl.com/Book-Support-Call
📧 Email: volunteer@kookaburrakids.org.au