Te Tūaotanga Volunteering
Auckland is a big region with a large and diverse population. In times of emergency, our staff depend on the support of volunteers to help keep communities safe during emergencies.
Volunteering during emergencies usually takes place through our Volunteer Partners or our Response Teams. Becoming a volunteer is a great way to learn new skills and give back to your community.
Auckland Response Teams
Auckland Response Teams are groups of trained volunteers who step up before, during, and after emergencies. Trained under the National Emergency Management Agency's standards, these teams closely collaborate with emergency services to carry out evacuations, set up safety cordons, perform flood and storm rescues, provide first aid, and support welfare needs.
Currently, Auckland has teams based in West Auckland and the North Shore, with a new team being established in South Auckland. Although the teams are based in specific areas, they are ready to respond across the entire Auckland region and can even be called up to support a national response across the country when needed.
Learn more about the Auckland Response Teams and how you can become a part of this important service.
Our Volunteer Partners
During emergencies and community events, we work closely with volunteer partners. These organisations make sure that we have skilled and equipped people ready to support communities in need.
Our volunteers share a commitment to serving their communities. By working together, we make a positive, collective impact for our region.
Find out about volunteer opportunities with our partners by visiting their websites:
Join one of our Auckland Response Teams
If you are interested in joining our Auckland Response Teams, contact us at aeminfo@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz