Today we set up at the Civic Centre in Lilydale where Council were holding the Yarra Ranges Volunteering Expo. The monthly Rotary Craft Market in the car park space was another drawcard and made for a great engagement opportunity for us to chat to lots of locals!

What we heard was there are so many great volunteers who give up endless hours for organisations who are really making a difference within Yarra Ranges and further afield. And that if you are looking to try your hand at volunteering there are so many options to choose from! Whether its spending time with young people, older residents, fixing things, being in nature or helping overseas there is something for everyone - and we heard from so many people that this is extremely personally rewarding for you too.

We were able to chat about the importance of staying connected to Yarra Ranges Council and having your say on projects open for consultation. Hint - the best way to do this is to sign up to our eNewsletter and subscribing to shaping.yarraranges.vic.gov.au !!