Volunteer Programs in Australia & Oceania
Australia and the surrounding region of Oceania is a great place to volunteer abroad for those with almost any interest area. From wildlife conservation in the Outback to education in New Zealand to community development in Fiji, there are any number of opportunities for international travellers to volunteer and make an impact. For those who are intrigued by beautiful scenery, unique indigenous cultures, and a laidback island lifestyle, Australia and Oceania is the perfect place to volunteer abroad.

138 Volunteer Programs in Australia & Oceania

International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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Kaya Responsible Travel
Environmental Conservation in the South Island, New Zealand
Come to New Zealand and get involved in a crucial environmental c...
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad
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The Intern Group
Internships in Melbourne, Australia
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GVI
Community Development Expedition in Fiji
Volunteers will live and work in a wonderful beach location and t...
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Projects Abroad
Care & Community Work in Fiji for Teens
This project gives volunteers the unique opportunity to experienc...
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Volunteer World
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Natucate
Volunteering in New Zealand: Preserving Unique Natural Areas
The goal of this program's conservation projects is to preserve t...
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Involvement Volunteers International
Nutrition and Public Health Volunteering in Fiji
Involvement Volunteers International (IVI) offers affordable volu...
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Pacific Discovery
New Zealand & Australia Gap Semester | Pacific Discovery
Immerse yourself in New Zealand and Australia's extraordinary lan...
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Love Volunteers
Environmental Conservation in New Zealand
This important conservation program works in parks and sanctuarie...
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Connect-123 Internship Programs
Global Internship & Volunteer Programs with Connect-123!
Whether you're looking for a hands-on, career-related internship ...
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Travel For Teens
Travel For Teens: Australia and New Zealand Service
Fly across the International Dateline and arrive in the Land Down...
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GoBeyond Student Travel
GoBeyond - Global Community Service Adventures for Teens
This program goes beyond ordinary high school travel programs and...
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Carpe Diem Education
South Pacific Semester | Carpe Diem Education Gap Year
Spend a gap semester in Australia and New Zealand. Located in the...
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A Guide to Volunteering Abroad in Australia & Oceania
Locations
Oceania is not a clearly defined region, but is often thought of as including the continent of Australia along with the various island nations surrounding it in the South Pacific. With a population quadruple the size of any of its neighbors, Australia is by far the largest country in this region. It is also home to most of the major cities of Oceania, including Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, and the country’s capital of Canberra.
Going down the list of most populous nations in Oceania, next are Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, and Fiji. These are all relatively small nations, but are also very popular travel destinations because of their stunning scenic beauty and leisurely lifestyle. Volunteers who want to live on an island nation for a while should consider all these countries as premier destinations to volunteer in Oceania.
The rest of the countries in Oceania are all quite small, with populations of just a few hundred thousand citizens. Nevertheless, nations such as the Solomon Islands, Samoa, Vanuatu, and Micronesia can all be very rewarding places to volunteer abroad. These countries have very small economies and are largely dependent on agriculture and fishing for sustenance, so by volunteering abroad, you can help offset the lack of resources and opportunity.
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