St Mary’s Op Shop is on the hunt for more volunteers.
The Sunbury Op Shop is welcoming anyone interested in lending a hand and making a difference within the community.
Operations manager Narelle Riley said they currently have 54 active volunteers, but more are always needed to ensure the op shop runs smoothly.
“It’s usually about a four hour shift, and that involves sorting donations or serving customers at the register,” she said.
“We can also work with people’s abilities, so if someone has a back injury we can work around that.”
Ms Riley said the volunteer group is currently all women, but they are open to anyone of all ages who would like to join.
“We’re looking for anyone to come and join the team, and have fun with us really,” she said.
“We go out, the ladies go out for dinner, so it’s a real community. It’s like a family, everyone who volunteers in the shop.
“We’ve got people here who have been volunteering for in excess of 20 years.”
Ms Riley said it’s a good way to get out and support the Sunbury community, as well as connect with others.
“It’s a sense of community (for volunteers) to be part of the team,” she said.
“They’ll get friendship, lots of laughs, someone often bakes some scones or a cake.
“Lots of friendships are made with people when they’re volunteering.”
If you’re interested in volunteering at St Mary’s Op Shop, head on down to 7 O’Shannassy Street, Sunbury between 9.30am and 4pm, and enquire within.
