Anzac Day 2026 – Refreshment Tent Support Volunteer 8:00am to 10:00am at Australian Red Cross

Pialligo, Australian Capital Territory, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Communication, Representing Organization, Comfortable Footwear, Comfortable Clothing, Sun Protection

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

One-off opportunity Saturday, 25th of April 2026 Location: Canberra War Memorial Information Tent Morning Shift: 8:00am to 10:00am The Program Volunteers support our Returned and Services personnel and their families through the provision of a free refreshment service available at the War Memorial in Canberra before the commencement of the Anzac Day commemoration marches. The Opportunity There is an opportunity to support and talk with members of our Returned and Services personnel and their families as Anzac biscuits are served at the commencement of the Anzac Day commemoration marches at the War Memorial. Hand out Anzac biscuits to attendees of the Veteran’s march. Act as a representative for Red Cross What do I need to bring? Wear closed-in, comfortable shoes Wear comfortable clothing (keep in mind it may get dirty) Personal sun protective gear (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) Own dietary-specific snacks if required We recommend bringing a water bottle to limit single-use plastic. Gloves and hand sanitiser will be provided, or you can bring your own. The Impact Red Cross is able to provide free Anzac biscuits to the attendees of the Veteran’s march on Anzac Day. This provides an opportunity to contribute to Anzac Day and experience the atmosphere on this important day. Further Information To find out more about this opportunity please contact Marianne Swientek on 0415 049 986. Thank you for considering volunteering at Red Cross. We also have great career opportunities, please visit our website at www.redcross.org.au/careers. Red Cross strives to create a safe and inclusive culture with wellbeing at its centre. We embrace diversity and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people with diverse lived experiences, abilities, genders, ethnicities, ages, and sexual orientations. We are a child safe organisation with zero tolerance of any harm to children. Our vision is to be trusted as the leading humanitarian organisation making a genuine difference in the lives of people and communities.

Responsibilities

Volunteers will support Returned and Services personnel and their families by providing a free refreshment service, specifically handing out Anzac biscuits before the Anzac Day commemoration marches. This role also involves acting as a representative for the Red Cross.