### Youth Activity Volunteer – Cairns Go-Karting | 29 August 2026
️ **Make a difference for young people in Cairns – and have some fun along the way!**
Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join us for an action-packed **Cairns Go-Karting Activity Day on Saturday, 29 August 2026**.
This is an opportunity to spend a few hours making a genuine difference by helping young people feel supported, included and encouraged.
**There is no cost for volunteers to attend this program. All participation, including meals, refreshments and activity involvement, is fully covered by Kookaburra Kids.**
### When & Where
**Saturday, 29 August 2026**
**8:30 am – 1:30 pm**
**Cairns Go-Karting**
Corner of Walker Road & Captain Cook Highway
Cairns QLD 4870
Volunteers travel directly to the venue and must arrive at 8:30 am for a briefing before the young people arrive.
### What You'll Do
Our young people will enjoy an exciting morning of go-kart racing, building confidence, encouraging one another and creating positive memories.
We'll also come together for a **KookaChat wellbeing session**, encouraging conversations around resilience, emotional wellbeing and positive coping strategies.
As a volunteer, you'll:
- Welcome and connect with young people.
- Encourage and cheer them on throughout the day.
- Help young people correctly fit helmets and safety equipment before racing.
- Share lunch and build positive connections.
- Support our KookaChat wellbeing activity.
- Help create a safe, welcoming and inclusive setting.
- Work alongside Kookaburra Kids staff and fellow volunteers.
Sometimes the biggest difference you can make is simply **showing up, listening, encouraging and believing in a young person.**
### Who We're Looking For
You don't need previous youth work experience to volunteer with us. We're looking for people who are friendly,



reliable and encouraging; enjoy connecting with young people; work well as part of a team; and are committed to creating protected and positive experiences.
**Important: You must already hold a current and valid Queensland Working with Children Check (Blue Card) to be considered for this opportunity.**
All new volunteers must successfully complete Kookaburra Kids' volunteer onboarding and screening requirements before attending a program.
### New to Kookaburra Kids?
New volunteers need to complete our online **Volunteer Registration Form via our website** to begin the onboarding process.
As this activity is taking place on **Saturday, 29 August**, please complete your registration and onboarding promptly if you would like to be considered for this program.
### You'll Be Supported
You won't be volunteering alone.
You'll work alongside other volunteers, a **Program Lead and Program Support staff member** as part of a supportive team.
We'll provide:
- Lunch
- Snacks and refreshments
- Water refill facilities
- All required go-karting safety equipment
- Support from Kookaburra Kids staff throughout the program
### About Kookaburra Kids
Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation supports young people to build resilience, positive mental health and a sense of connection through camps, activity days and other programs.
Our volunteers play an important role in creating positive experiences where young people can have fun, connect with others, build confidence and feel like they belong.
### Why Volunteer With Us?
Make a meaningful difference for young people




Help build confidence, resilience and connection
Meet other community-minded people
Be part of fun and memorable experiences
️ Get involved in an exciting local Cairns activity
And this doesn't have to be your only program. Once you've successfully completed onboarding, you'll be able to explore future Kookaburra Kids volunteering opportunities as they become available.
### Ready to Get Involved?
**Complete our online Volunteer Registration Form via our website to start your Kookaburra Kids volunteering journey.**
Because Cairns Go-Karting is coming up soon, **please register as soon as possible** to allow enough time to complete the required onboarding.
**Please note:** Applying through SEEK does not automatically register you as a Kookaburra Kids volunteer or confirm your place at Cairns Go-Karting. You must complete the online registration form, successfully complete onboarding and receive confirmation from the Volunteering Team before attending.
Questions? Contact the **Volunteering Team** at *********@kookaburrakids.org.au
** Category **
Young People
** Commitment **
One off - an event
** Type Of Work **
Childcare,Companionship & Social Support,Sport & Physical Activity,
** Time Required **
Saturday, 29 August 2026, from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm.
Volunteers must arrive by 8:30 am for a volunteer briefing before the young people arrive and be available for the full program.
Current volunteers must also complete Kookaburra Kids' volunteer registration, onboarding and screening requirements before attending the program.
** Training **
All new volunteers complete Kookaburra Kids' volunteer onboarding before participating in a program. A volunteer briefing will also be provided on the day by the program team, covering volunteer responsibilities, safety, safeguarding and important information for the activity.

📌 Youth Activity Volunteer – Cairns Go-Karting | 29 August 2026 (Stratford)
🏢 Australian Kookaburra Kids Foundation
📍 Stratford