"… Gig Buddies has definitely been the most rewarding role!"
- Gig Buddies Sydney
- Aug 24
- 5 min read
It’s time to reopen our vault.
To mark the final Monday of the month we’re handing over the newsletter to one of our volunteers. Today we hear from Emma (right, below), who tells us more about catch ups with Rae (left, below).
- How long have you been volunteering with Gig Buddies?
It’s coming up to five years since I started volunteering with Gig Buddies!
- Is Gig Buddies your first volunteering role?
No, I’ve done a couple of more short-term volunteering roles in the past. However, volunteering with Gig Buddies has definitely been the most rewarding role!
- Why do you volunteer with Gig Buddies?
I joined Gig Buddies to get more involved in my community and make new friends, and I’m still volunteering because I’ve loved getting to know Rae and spending time with her!
- How would you describe your volunteering experience with Gig Buddies?
I’ve had a great time volunteering with Gig Buddies! I’ve met new people, had the opportunity to do fun activities and spend time with Rae!
- Tell us about some of the highlights from your time volunteering with Gig Buddies?
I’ve had so many highlights with Rae over the last five years. We both love musicals and have loved going to quite a few together.
In the last year we really enjoyed making jewellery together and exploring markets.
- What would you say to someone reading this who is thinking about volunteering with Gig Buddies?
I would really recommend signing up to volunteer with Gig Buddies! Theres so many opportunities to make new friends and do new things.
The Gig Buddies staff are also amazing and so supportive!
"I joined Gig Buddies to get more involved in my community…."
We want to say a huge "thank you" to Emma for sharing her story. Her match with Rae is a wonderful example of who we are and what we do: two mates catching up regularly and having a good time.
Five years together is a remarkable achievement! Congratulations to you both.
And we’re always on the lookout for more people like Emma. If you would like to volunteer with us, look no further: to sign up with our Sydney project click here, and jump on this link to get involved on the Central Coast.
And to find out more about our current openings, click on the 'volunteers wanted' images below.
Are you looking to volunteer?
We need volunteers! Click on the image above for current roles on the Central Coast and the graphic below for opportunities in Sydney.
If you have any questions or would like more information, contact us via Facebook or email: info@gigbuddiessydney.org
Out and about
Last week we dropped details of our October outings.
Pub trivia, dinners, comedy, the movies, beach strolls and banger rolls, three live music offerings and a festival: we’re hosting 11 socials in October, connecting with buddies in Ambarvale, Newtown, Cremorne, Liverpool, Warriewood, Ettalong, Wahroonga, Eastwood, Bondi, Caringbah and the CBD.
To join us at one of our 11 offerings, load up the links above.
Spooooooky!
Unfortunately we couldn’t find a suitable Halloween social that was taking place in the month of October.
Worry not, however, for one day later we’ll be meeting up in the city.
We’re inviting buddies to join us for a ‘Halloween Zombie Walk’, taking place on Saturday 1 November.
To get involved, jump on the link below:
Looking ahead
September and the start of spring is almost upon - a month where we’re staging 11 socials.
So far five have sold out, while the remaining six are on the verge of being fully booked. Be quick if you want to join us next month at Eastlake, Bella Vista, Lisarow, Mona Vale and Bondi.
To reserve your place to any of our remains September catch ups, load up the links below:
And if you have questions about any of our forthcoming events, get in touch: we can be reached via Facebook Messenger, email: info@gigbuddiessydney.org or via text or phone call on 0411 252 228.
Are you in the market for Gig Buddies’ merchandise? Our new and exclusive range of swag has landed!
Click on the image above to get your fill on Gig Buddies goodies. If we haven’t got the size you’re after, get in touch via Facebook Messenger.
Vote for us!
We’re honoured to be a finalist in this year’s Westfield Local Hero award!
We’re in the running to win $20,000. Voting takes a matter of seconds - to nominate Matthew, load up the following link: https://bit.ly/4oFERe3
Getting the band back together
It’s taken a while, but last Thursday the team caught up at Gig Buddies HQ.
Due to the regional spread of the team, it was the first time some of us had met in person!
Flaunt it and win!
And lastly, our Gig Buddies’ merch competition is up and running and we’re calling on our community to snap, upload, tag and win!
For our latest competition we’re giving buddies the chance to win one of two $50 gift vouchers!
We’re asking you to don your Gig Buddies’ merch, take a snap and then share your best selfie.
Once you’ve taken your photo(s), either share via social media and tag us on Facebook or Instagram, or upload your picture to our website.
We’re urging our community to get creative! The closing date is Saturday 27 September. Buddies can submit as many entries as they like. The Gig Buddies’ team will notify the winners (as selected by us) on Monday 29 September.
And if you would like to update your wardrobe with our latest batch of merch, click here.
Matthew: Central Coast coordinator (0402 708 814)
Carol: CEO (02 9419 6951)
Chelsea: NDIS coordinator (0412 145 819)
Tony: Funding and sponsorship coordinator (02 9419 6951)
Bec: Project officer, Sydney (0411 252 228)
Aylin: Western Sydney coordinator (0466 389 961)
Lara: Greater Western Sydney coordinator (0478 045 121) Charlotte: Northern Beaches coordinator (0403 184 404)
Would you like more information about Gig Buddies Central Coast? You’re only a click away. Connect with us via the links below.
Fancy revelling in legendary status? If so, please support us in our cause to get more people out to live events in Sydney.
Donations over $2 are tax deductible and all are gratefully received.
Gig Buddies Central Coast is an initiative of ACL Disability Services.
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