We are now accepting volunteer applications for 2023
Join the Volunteer team
We are so excited for you to join us at the annual 2023 International Women’s Day Fun Run presented by National Storage.
Our mums, sisters, daughters and friends dealing with breast cancer need to know we have their backs, today more than ever. It’s still the most common cause affecting Australian women. These women are strong, and they fight hard, but seven lose the battle with breast cancer every day. This devastates families and sends shock waves through communities. We can’t let this go on. That’s why on Sunday 12 March 2023 you know where we will be, volunteering in solidarity with women everywhere—and women with breast cancer in particular. Are you with us? Apply below now.
Age requirement
Please note that volunteers must be aged 15 years or over.
Choose a role that’s best for you
There are a number of roles available to suit all interests. Most event day roles have an early start on the Sunday morning, but it is more than worth it to be involved in this special event.
If you would like to be located on course, so you can cheer on our participants, then a Pink Cheer Squad or Water Station Crew role may suit you best. If you would prefer to be at the event precinct then check out the variety of venue roles.
Role breakdowns are listed in the table below.
Please note that volunteers must be aged 15 years or over.
The Start Line Sisters will be assisting participants at the start line (Grey St) and directing them into the correct start zones which will be clearly labelled on event day. You will be scattered throughout the Southbank area in key points such as public transport stations, near carparks and at the entrances to Grey St (start line) to ensure crowd flow is efficient. Start line sisters will also act as roaming information points and answer basic participant questions.
Start Line Sisters will be required from 5am – 9am on Sunday 12 March
Pink Police (Finish line marshals)
The Pink Police are integral to keep the finish venue running smoothly throughout the event. These volunteers will be split up to manage crowd flow across several areas in the finish venue including the finish chute, toilet and facilities queues, and general points of crowding identified across the venue. As this role involves getting people moving, if you have a loud and outgoing personality, this role is for you!
The Pink Police will be required at their locations 5:45am – 10:30am on Sunday 12 March
Finish Fairies (Venue roles)
The Finish Fairies are responsible for ensuring that our participants are supported in the below areas at the finish venue.
These roles include:
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Volunteer services: Assist in ensuring our volunteers sign on/off runs smoothly.
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VIP Tent entry: Cross reference participant names to the provided VIP list to allow entry.
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VIP Tent service: Make sure our VIPs are happy and enjoying themselves in the VIP area.
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Mater Photo wall: Help participants take photos in front of the mater photo wall.
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Donations: Collect donations from participants via cash and eftpos.
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Hydration Station: Help participants fill up their water bottles from the water tank.
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Merch Tent: Assist in selling merchandise to participants via cash and eftpos.
Finish Fairies will be required from 5:15am – 11am (TBC) on Sunday 12 March. Let us know if you are unable to do the entire shift and we can split the time up
The event set up crew will be assisting to set up event signage such as flags, fence mesh, and corflutes. Other duties include moving crowd control barriers and setting up tables. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in the event industry and are looking to gain some hands-on experience. If you are unable to assist on Sunday or would like to volunteer on both days, this is the role for you!
Event Set up crew will be required onsite from 10am – 2pm on Saturday 11 March
The Gossip Girls are often the first point of contact for participants on event day. Their tasks include answering questions about the course and venue, race kit collections, and lost and found. If you have a friendly personality and some customer service experience, this role is for you! Information tents will be located at both Grey Street, South Brisbane (Start Line) and The City Botanic Gardens (Finish village).
The Gossip Girls are required onsite between -
Saturday 11 March: 10am – 2pm (venue only)
Sunday 12 March: 5am – 9:30am (start), 5:30am – 9:30am (finish)
Pink Police (Cheer squad)
The Pink (fun) Police play a huge role in the success of the iconic Sea of Pink. This role involves directing and encouraging participants, monitoring the course for accidents, and assisting spectators to cross the course safely in appropriate locations. You will be provided with the necessary information and training in the lead up to the event. It is always great for participants to see the pink police on course to keep their energy up on their walk/run.
The Pink Police will be required at their locations 5:45am – 10:30am on Sunday 12 March
Queen Bees (Zone supervisor)
This role is responsible for looking after the welfare of our volunteers across the course. Working in an allocated zone, you will sign on marshals, ensure they have everything required for their role, and assist with any questions or incidents. You will be supervised and in direct contact with Race Officials. You will need to provide your own bicycle or scooter and be comfortable moving around the course. Experience in supervising people is desirable for this role.
The Queens Bees will be required onsite from 5:15am to 10:30am on Sunday 12 March
The Quench Queens are responsible for keeping participants hydrated while they complete the course. You will be located on course or in the City Botanic Gardens managing the finish line water station. You will be assisting with the set-up, pack down and maintenance of the water station… and most importantly cheering on participants!
The Quench Queens will be required onsite between 5am – 10:30am on Sunday 12 March
Madame Muscle volunteers will be assisting to pack up event signage including flags, fence mesh, and corflutes around the finish village. Other duties include moving crowd control barriers and packing down tables which is relevant to each volunteers' capabilities. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in the event industry to gain some hands-on experience. If you don’t mind some physical work or want to help out after an earlier shift, this role is for you.
Madame Muscles will be required onsite from 10am – 1pm on Sunday 12 March
