Volunteers

Are you passionate about Australia's Capital? Do you have a keen interest in horticulture, history, or planning?

The National Capital Authority (NCA) has volunteer programs at the National Capital Exhibition, the Old Parliament House Rose Garden and the National Rose Gardens (from 2026).

The NCA is looking for volunteers to participate in these programs. 

What would you be doing?

Volunteer roles at National Capital Exhibition (NCE) center around interaction with public and include:

• Front of house, receiving visitors to the NCE and Blundells' Cottage
• Tour guide at the NCE, ANZAC Parade, Reconciliation Place, Lake Burley Griffin and Blundells' Cottage
• Help share knowledge and facts about the Nation’s Capital and the National Triangle with visitors to the NCE (school groups, tourists and locals). 

Volunteer roles at Old Parliament House and National Rose Gardens center around horticultural activities and include:

• Maintaining roses
• Pruning plants
• Weeding garden beds

Are you interested?

The NCA is seeking volunteers who enjoy meeting people from diverse backgrounds and working as part of a team in a responsible and reliable manner. You will need to commit to up to four (4) hours per week for a period of 12 months. You will also be required to attend training and professional development sessions; and pass a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

If you would like to join NCA's volunteer programs, please click on the link below

If you would like to join our volunteer program, please click on the link below

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