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Voluntary work in Australia

Australia Voluntary Work Brochure
Voluntary work in Australia isn’t something most people consider when they are travelling Down Under as volunteering is something that tends to be associated with more ‘Third World’ countries.

If you are travelling to Oz on your career break travel, voluntary work
in Australia is a brilliant way to escape the usual tourist trail. Voluntary work in Australia is also the best way to be a responsible tourist and make a positive contribution during Australia career break.

Australia voluntary work

‘Conservation Volunteer Australia’ (CVA) – working in the great
outdoors to help protect Australia’s fragile ecosystem. One of the great

Voluntary work in Australia

things about Australia voluntary work is that it is an opportunity to get know like-minded volunteers.

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Australia - Learn to Sail
Learn to sail, in paradise. Start from scratch or build on what you know to gain one of three certificates. Hands-on experience, expert theory tuition and onboard accommodation make for a comprehensive programme. From £499

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Australia 7-day PADI Scuba Course
Gain the skills and qualifications to explore marine life below the surface. Take part in classroom training, real dives and a three-day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, and get an internationally recognised certificate. From £399

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Australia Golf Training Academy
Improve your swing at an academy on the Gold Coast. Take advantage of professional tuition, the latest training methods, two fantastic courses - and beautiful weather! The academy caters for all abilities. From £2099

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Australia Greyhound Bus Pass

Pick a bus pass and see Australia at your own pace. Take in Sydney, the outback, Cairns, Melbourne, the Great Barrier Reef and more. Choose what you want to see and how long you spend in each place.

 

From £40

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Australia Island Experience
Carry out conservation work on the Wollongong coastline. Help with tree planting and seed collecting – and see plenty of wildlife. Afterwards, you can relax on nearby Montague Island and learn about its history and heritage.
From £1099

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Australia Outback Ranch Training
Save £90 when you book this programme in July! Live the outdoor life and pick up the skills needed to work on a ranch. Learn to muster, horse ride and more. Take a paid job and work on a ranch afterwards or just learn for fun! From £749

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Australia Tall Ship Sailing
Sail round the beautiful Whitsun Islands and soak up the sun. Swim in the sea, learn about hoisting the sail, hike on the islands – or just lie back and consider which drink to have. From £399

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Australia Wildlife Park
Get involved in hands-on work with wildlife. Feed kangaroos, wallabies and birds, monitor koalas and help with tree planting and presentations to the public. A challenging but extremely rewarding project.   
From £699

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Australia Wildlife Sanctuary Volunteer
Help with the day-to-day running of a wildlife centre. Feed and handle the animals, show them to the public, take part in guided night walks and get involved with ongoing conservation projects. Perfect for animal lovers. From £699

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Australia Work Down Under
Fund some travelling in Australia. Use our job service to find work in sales, marketing, hospitality, catering, fruit picking and more. Earn money, meet new people and travel around a varied and fascinating country. From £299

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Australia's Ultimate Road Journey
See the best-known and best-hidden attractions of Australia with a 10-day tour from east to west. Swim with dolphins, have a go at sand boarding, explore the Flinders Ranges – and make new friends along the way. From £599

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Divemaster Course Australia

Learn everything you need to work in the diving industry. Go from beginner to qualified instructor in ten weeks, developing other useful skills along the way. The classroom is a beautifully blue ocean!  

From £3699

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Jackaroo Cowboy School
Train to be a real life Australian cowboy (or cow girl) and experience life on a ranch in the Australian outback. At our ranch in New South Wales, you will be taught the fine art of Australian farming and traditional ranch skills. From £519

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Paid Work in Australia - Real Ultimate Aussie
With five nights in the buzzing, cosmopolitan city of Sydney and a guaranteed job offer whenever you are ready for it, Ultimate Aussie is perfect for anyone who hasn’t been travelling before and is unsure what to expect by heading over to Australia for up to a year. From £449

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Round the World A

In this well structured complete round the world trip, spend up to an entire year travelling, volunteering, learning and exploring 4 continents. An amazing trip taking you to South Africa – India – Thailand – Malaysia – Australia - New Zealand – Ecuador and The Galapagos Islands.

From £11699

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Round the World B

On this popular round the world trip, we combine travelling with a number of rewarding volunteer placements in 4 continents. Starting in South Africa you will experience the diverse cultures and landscapes of South Africa - India – Thailand – Australia – New Zealand – USA.

From £8999

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Round the World C

Spend from 24 to 32 weeks travelling, volunteering, teaching, learning and enjoying yourself. An incredible trip. Can be extended if you want to stay even longer. Costa Rica - New Zealand - Australia - Thailand - India

From £7599

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Tasmania Conservation Experience
If you enjoy the great outdoors and want to lend a hand to the conservation effort, then taking part in our two week Tasmania conservation programme is the ideal way to combine both passions. Not only will you take part in penguin counts, flora surveys, track maintenance and planting, you will also spend time exploring the incredible national parks, reserves, coastlines and wilderness areas that Tasmania is famous for. From £749

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Your Complete Thailand Australia New Zealand
Spend time discovering the best parts of Thailand, Australia and New Zealand. Explore fantastic places, relax on gorgeous beaches and be part of exciting adventures. From £4329

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