Volunteers wanted for visitor centre
They're a happy bunch of people who spend time extolling the virtues of our lovely area and helping our tourists get the most from their visit to the Sapphire Coast but there's a need for more people to join the volunteer crew at the Merimbula Visitor Information Centre.
Tourism manager at the MVIC Chris Nicholls said they currently have 30 volunteers but several have retired or are just about to and this had left quite a few gaps in the rosters.
"In addition we are on the cusp of moving into our new Visitor Information Centre to be located in Merimbula’s CentrePoint Square in Market Street – we need to be in good shape for that,” Mr Nicholls said.
“Volunteering at the MVIC is a wonderful experience for those who love to share their knowledge of the area with our visitors and tourists. It’s a happy place to be with happy visitors on holiday.
“We provide full training for all new volunteers, and pair them up with our more experienced volunteers until they are comfortable to take their own shifts," Mr Nicholls added.
The minimum shift is four hours but this can be in any week, month or whenever someone is available.
There’s also plenty of opportunity for other volunteer work within Merimbula Tourism too, in festival and event support, tour guiding, fundraising, cruise ship tour meet and greet, and office and administration support.
“Visitor centres can be really dynamic components of a community, driving a lot of activity,” he said.
“If you are proud of Merimbula, and the Sapphire Coast, and love helping people, volunteering at the Merimbula Visitor Information Centre could be for you."
Contact MaryAnne at the MVIC on 6495 1129 for more information.