Join Our Crew!

Be part of a passionate and diverse volunteer team that brings the Australian Wooden Boat Festival to life! Whether you’re into boat wrangling, decorating, entertainment, construction, or helping out with special events, there’s a role for everyone. From safety marshals to exhibition managers, kid’s activity coordinators, front of house and office staff, we welcome all levels of experience—whether you're a wooden boat enthusiast or just excited to be part of something unique.

If you have specific skills (or want to learn new ones), let us know, and we’ll find the perfect role for you!

Volunteer registrations for the 2025 AWBF are now open—sign up below, and our Volunteers Manager will be in touch.

For any questions, please reach out to Stephanie at volunteersmanager@awbf.org.au

CLICK HERE TO EXPRESS INTEREST FOR 2025

    Crew support us with:

    • Customer service roles: such as providing directions and information to attendees, collecting feedback and data, front of house at venues, ticketing and volunteering at registration points and the call centre.
    • Logistics & operational roles: such as set-up and pack-down of spaces/venues/stalls, installing signage, volunteering as a Festival runner, dock crew, on water activities and the control room.
    • Arts, entertainment & activity roles: such as artist liaisons, photographers, AV technicians, coordinating demonstrations and children's activities, assisting with food and beverage.
    • Administrative roles: such as collating and distributing event documentation, registration sheets, checklists, questionnaires and accreditation.

    Crew acknowledgements:

    • Recognition on our website (please let us know if wish to remain anonymous).
    • Invitation to a Crew celebratory event during or post Festival.
    • A limited edition Volunteer Crew lapel pin for every biennial Festival you volunteer. Collect all Festival pins and wear them with pride! (For pick-up during the Festival period).

    Thank you to our wonderful 2023 volunteer crew - we couldn't do it without you!

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