How It Works:
- Community members bring along with broken household items—clothes, accessories, furniture, electronics, appliances, toys, bikes, tools… you name it!
- The Repair Volunteers (that's you!) check the item and see if it can be fixed.
- If it’s a quick fix, great! If not, you can offer advice or show them how to repair it themselves.
- It’s all about sharing skills and knowledge - helping people fix, care for, and maintain their things so they last longer.
If you're keen to be a General Event Helper you will:
- Arrive early to help with setting up the space.
- Greet people as they arrive and collect information about their broken items.
- Escort them to the repairer who can help them.
- Ensure you collect information about whether the item was fixed.
- Request feedback from attendees.
- Check in with fixers if they need a cuppa or snacks.
What will be provided:
- Some sewing machines, but if you have your own specialist equipment you are most welcome to bring it with you.
- Lunch and refreshments are provided for all event volunteers.
Requirements
- Fixing skills - whether amateur or professional - all levels are welcome.
- Creative, resourceful thinking and problem solving mindset.
- A willingness to share your knowledge and skills.
- A genuine interest in improving sustainability in the community.
- Enjoy working alongside other repairers - sometimes collaboration is required for fixing items!
Time commitment
- Initial meeting with organisers over a cuppa
- 9:30am -2:30pm on the day of the event
Next confirmed dates:
- Saturday 14 March 2026 – Cromwell
- Saturday 16 May 2026 – Alexandra
- Saturday 5 September 2026 – Cromwell
- Saturday 24 October 2026 – Alexandra
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for this event, click the link below to register with Volunteer South:
https://volunteersouth.org.nz/roles/2753/repair-and-care-volunteers
