Absolutely! We are always looking for new community members to join our team.

Our volunteers are the heart of Green Thumb Farm. By committing your time — even just a few hours a month — you help us grow more food, run our community programs, and keep our farm thriving.

We recognise that people may participate in different ways, including with the support of a carer, support worker, or family member. Our volunteer induction process can be completed independently or with assistance, ensuring it is accessible and inclusive for people with diverse learning and support needs.

In return, you’ll enjoy meaningful hands-on experiences, opportunities to learn and connect, and the satisfaction of contributing to a community that is growing something bigger together.

Joining our team is a simple three-step process:

1. Apply: Click the "Apply to be a volunteer" button below and fill out a quick interest form.

2. Induction: You will receive an email with a link to our Online Induction Program. Grab a cup of tea or coffee, it takes about 30 mins and covers all you need to know about how the farm operates.

3. Safety Check: To keep our community safe, all volunteers aged 18+ must hold a Blue Card. Don’t have one? No problem! We will guide you through the process, and as a GTF volunteer, you can apply for one free of charge.

Once your induction and Blue Card details are sorted, you’ll be invited to book your first session. One of our regular volunteers will meet you to show you the ropes and make sure you feel right at home.

Register Here to Become a Volunteer

Absolutely! The following benefits are available for volunteers who help out regularly, either weekly, fortnightly or monthly. 

Bakery (available on Saturdays, during Farmgate Markets)

Sourdough Discount - save $3 on every loaf 
Sweet Pastries - save $2 off each on
Produce (available on Saturdays, during Farmgate Markets)

Suttons Juice - Save $2 off each bottle
Herb blends - $2 off per pack
Eggs - $2 off per pack
Raw Honey large – $22.50 (save $2)
Merchandise

Fruit & Veggie Earrings – $30 (save $5)
Green Thumb Farm t-shirt - $30 (save $15)
Nursery

Mushroom Compost – 2 fill-your-own bags for $16 (save $4)
Forest Mulch – fill-your-own bags, absolutely free!
50% off our seedling plugs
10% off earthlife products
$2 off red soil organics products
Additional Perks for Farmgate volunteers applicable on the day you are volunteering:

Choose 2kg of free organic produce from a seasonal selection -  weigh and pack yourself using the red scales) > only for Saturday farmgate volunteers who have booked in to a shift
A share of leftover market produce at the end of the market (divided among those still on-site) only for farmgate volunteers on the day of your shift
Additional Perks for mid week Farm volunteers

Harvest produce including herbs and excess produce direct from the farm after your session.

You don't need any prior gardening experience. As long as you are eager to learn, happy to get your hands dirty, and ready to share a laugh (and some produce!) with a friendly community, you are more than welcome. We provide onboarding and on-the-job training.

You can chose among the following roles:

Help in the Farm
Love being outdoors and growing food? Join one of our farm teams and help out with planting, weeding, composting, harvesting, and more. 

Farm Teams Include:

• Tuesday or Wednesday (9am - 11.30am):
• Planting & Maintenance
• Friday (7am - 10am)
• Harvesting & Farmgate Preparation

Help at our Farmgate Markets
Be part of the buzz every Saturday at our Farmgate Markets. From setting up stalls to helping customers, there’s a role for everyone.

Volunteer Roles Include:

• Early Birds (6–9am):
  • Set-up team: Marquees, Produce, Nursery and Bakery ready for the market
  • Harvesting team 
• Market Helpers (7:30–11:30am):
• Farm Work (7.30am - 11.30am)

For a corporate team day or group experience with purpose, we offer a Corporate Volunteering Program, which combines hands-on farm work with meaningful connection and impact - plus a good dose of fun mixed in! Learn more about Corporate Volunteering Here!