VOLUNTEER ON HMAS CASTLEMAINE

What You Can Offer HMAS Castlemaine

HMAS Castlemaine volunteers

Volunteers have been involved in every aspect of restoring the ship, from tracking down original fittings, welding, installing and machining new components to archiving, displaying and restoring artefacts.

There is no set of skills wasted on board, as HMAS Castlemaine is a microcosm of wider life, with a place for every skill imaginable. New volunteers will find an atmosphere of camaraderie and cheer and a chance to use their skills and experiences for a common purpose, while learning new ones along the way.

There is no age limit for volunteers, and women are encouraged to join the ranks as well. Our volunteer days are Tuesdays and weekends, and you can come along as often or infrequently as you are able, so long as you are willing to have fun and be involved. If you or someone you know would enjoy a chance to make new friends on Castlemaine, simply contact us.

What HMAS Castlemaine Can Offer You

HMAS Castlemaine volunteers

The Maritime Trust of Australia has a long history of supporting and recognising the people who make up the crew. Volunteering on HMAS Castlemaine:

• gives former servicemen and women a place to reconnect with their past, and enjoy the camaraderie they formerly enjoyed in an environment they can relate to,
• fosters social connectedness and a sense of community for otherwise isolated people,
• provides a place where volunteers of all ages can learn new skills or practise old ones, including occasional training in areas such as archiving and first aid,
• gives volunteers a common goal and sense of pride in maintaining a historical ship,
• rewards volunteers with social gatherings,
• enables volunteers to be out and active on the picturesque Williamstown foreshore,
• provides a united group where volunteers can talk freely amongst supportive and understanding members who genuinely care about one another,
• allows passionate volunteers to share their enthusiasm with the general public.

Volunteers Past and Present

The restoration and maintenance of the ship has depended completely on volunteers, men and women who have given their time and expertise to help restore and maintain the vessel. If you know of anyone missing from the list below, please contact us to update our records. Thank you to all of Castlemaine's dedicated volunteers.