Tyrone Elkington-MacDonald
Sport Development Manager
Volunteers are critical to the sustainability and function of the sporting sector.
This is a page where we promote and create opportunities and celebrate those who go above and beyond.
Volunteer Opportunities
A place for volunteers to find volunteering opportunities within the Harbour Region and for clubs/ sporting organisations to advertise current volunteer opportunities and positions they have available.
University Students Sport or Recreation Work Experience
General Sport or Recreation Volunteers
Sport or Recreation Governance Experience
Sport or recreation university students often need to gain ‘real’ experience in the workplace as part of their studies. For more information about getting a university student placed with you, click below.
If you are looking at volunteer opportunities to gain experience in the sport and recreation industry or are a club/ sporting organisation looking for volunteers, click below.
If you’re wanting to gain experience on a board or committee or are a club/ sporting organisation who needs to fill a board or committee member roll, click below.
If you are looking for volunteer opportunities in the Waitakere region, click here.
We have partnered with One NZ to celebrate our awesome volunteers across Auckland’s North Harbour region.
This kaupapa is about recognising and celebrating volunteers who make a difference in the community and deserve to be recognised for their time & talent given to others.
Volunteers are the backbone of Auckland’s community sport – One NZ are helping us to celebrate and recognise volunteers across Auckland and the generous contribution they give.
Volunteer of the Month – September 2023 – Rob Earley
Rob Earley is making the North Shore more awesome by volunteering their time at Omaha Surf Life Saving Club. "Rob Earley is a dedicated volunteer who works tirelessly with all our young people to improve their skills in becoming IRB crew persons and IRB drivers. He...
Volunteer of the Month – August 2023 – Benartra Valaau
Benny Valaau aka "Coach Benny" is making the North Shore more awesome by volunteering their time at Glenfield Greyhounds Rugby league Club, where he coaches a team with 28 kids and he has also been working with referee development at ARL to upskill a number of kids...
Volunteer of the Month – May 2023 – Aimee Larritt
Aimee Larritt is making North Shore more awesome by volunteering her time at North Harbour Hockey Club; a long-standing, dedicated coach and manager of youth and club teams for 10+ years now. She also volunteers in rugby and sits on a number of committees. A fellow...
Volunteer of the Month – April 2023 – Poppy Sancto-Jones
Poppy Sancto-Jones is making the North Shore more awesome by volunteering her time at Waitemata Synchro Club running beginner synchro swimming sessions and offering endless support. She is praised as an 'invaluable asset to her club and her sport.' Poppy said, "I love...
Latest Resources and News
The Latest Resources
The Latest News
Introducing the Harbour Sport Rebrand!
Exciting News: Introducing the Harbour Sport Rebrand! We are thrilled to announce a brand new chapter in our journey, and we couldn't be more excited to share our rebrand with you. As we evolve and grow, our new brand better reflects our mission, values, and...
Harbour Sport Golf Day – Friday, 8th December
Don’t miss tee off at Pupuke Golf Club! Friday, 8th December 2023 Looking for something to do for your end of year staff party? Or just want to spend a sunny Friday out on the green! Join us for a day of golfing fun at Pupuke Golf Course on the 8th December!
Shore to Shore 2024 – Save the Date!
7th April 2024 SAVE THE DATE What's 5km long and a bunch of fun for the whole Whānau? Leave your thoughts below... hope to see you all on April 7th 2024! Harcourts Cooper & Co