Hi all,

Things are heating up with only 3 weeks to go to the Australian Rowing Championships and we are looking for people to join with us to help make this a great event. 

If you are planning on being at the ARC there are plenty of volunteer opportunities available.  You don’t have to commit for the whole week – just a few sessions would be a help.

If you are volunteering during a session and want to see a race you can “step out”,  watch the race then resume your volunteer role after. We understand you wouldn’t be at the Lake unless you had a rower competing so we just ask that you let your Coordinator know when you need time out.

Below is the link for people to register as a volunteer for the 2021 Rowing Nationals. 

The link lists the volunteer opportunity roles available. In particular there is a shortage of volunteers for the “Spectator Services Assistant” roles (including Parking Assistant and COVID Marshal)  – see below the broad role description

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Spectator Services Assistant

Purpose of Role:
To provide quality Spectator Services to the patrons, the athletes and their staff.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Information desk: Providing up to date information to the patrons and answering a large spectrum of questions
• Athlete accreditation: Checking Athletes and officials accreditation
• Ticketing and Entry: Controlling entry and exit; ensuring daily COVID QR codes have been scanned
• Barriers Attendance: Ensure correct and safe passage to people and vehicle
• Ensure all COVID measures are in place (queueing, signage, hand sanitiser, tables and chairs socially distanced, etc). Also monitor the capacity of rooms and outdoor areas to ensure they do not exceed COVID Safe capacity
• Control the efficient use of parking areas, directing patrons to park in an organised manner
• Support the Spectator Services Coordinator in any other way required

·       Complete a minimum of 2 shifts during the event

Note: Spectator Services Officers need to maintain good humour but be firm and polite throughout. They should also be prepared to be on their feet while rostered on duty.

Any questions can be directed to volunteers@rowingaustralia.com.au

Thanks for your assistance in spreading the word to our club and school communities.

Tina Maher

Volunteer Coordinator, ARC 2021