1300 073 782
1300 273 782
office@nswsesva.org.au
Unit 1, 2 - 6 Lindsay Street Rockdale NSW 2216
NSW SES VA FAQs
Q: What is the difference between the NSW SES and the NSW SES VA?
| A: The NSW SES is the combat agency in NSW for floods, storms and tsunamis. Members of this volunteer emergency service are supported by a small network of staff members, but each of the 228 units across the state is run solely by volunteers. There are over 8,500 volunteers within the NSW SES who are easily recognised by their distinctive orange field uniforms. The NSW SES Volunteers Association (NSW SES VA) is an Association for Volunteer members of the NSW SES and provides representation and many support services to its members. Click here to find out more. |  |
Q: Can anyone join the NSW SES VA?
A: Complimentary Membership of the NSW SES VA is available to all NSW SES Volunteers who have satisfactorily completed their NSW SES Probationary period. This is not less than three months and based on active participation and completion of the required training. Due to legislative requirements you are NOT automatically a member of the VA when joining the NSW SES. Applicants must complete a VA application form which requires subsequent approval by the NSW SES VA Board. To apply online click here or ask your VA Regional Representative for a form.
Q: How do I join the NSW SES?
A: For full membership of the NSW SES you need to be at least 16 years of age. Go to the NSW SES website www.ses.nsw.gov.au
Q: How does the NSW SES VA raise funds?
A: The NSW SES VA conducts a state-wide raffle as its main source of income. The raffle is marketed via a professional Contact Centre (Contact Centres Australia) who also do similar work for other charities.
The Association also has a magazine called "The Volunteer". Advertising space is marketed via a company called Country Wide Media.
Other funds are also raised via donations and bequests from members of the public and businesses.
Q: How can I buy a raffle ticket to the NSW SES VA?
A: For raffle ticket purchases please call our Contact Centre on 1300 707 344. For more details click here.
Q: Who conducts the raffle?
A: The NSW SES VA raffle is marketed via a professional Contact Centre (Contact Centres Australia) who also do similar work for other charities. www.contactcentres.com.au
Q:I have just received a phone call about buying raffle tickets to the SES. Is It legitimate?
A: Only Contact Centres Australia is authorised to make calls on our behalf. To check that a call you have received selling raffle tickets is from our official fundraising agency please call 1300 707 344.
Q:I would like to advertise in the NSW SES VA Volunteer magazine.How can I place an advertisement?
A: Advertising space in our Volunteer magazine is marketed via a company called Country Wide Austral. Please contact the publishers on (03) 9937 0200 or email admin@cwaustral.com.au.
Q:I have just received a phone call about advertising in an SEs magazine. Is It legitimate?
A: Country Wide Austral is authorised to publish our magazine and make calls on our behalf. To check that a call you have received soliciting advertising space is legitimate please contact the publishers on (03) 9937 0200 or email admin@cwaustral.com.au.
Q:can I sponsor the NSW SES VA?
A: Sponsorships are welcome. Further details can be discussed by Contacting Us.
Q:How can I make a donation or bequest to the NSW SES VA?
A: All donations are gratefully received. Our NSW SES VA Contact Centre is able to help you with making a donation by simply calling 1300 707 344. Further details can also be provided by Contacting Us.
Q: I have heard that the NSW SES VA provides grants and scholarships and other memberbenefits. How can I found out more?
A: Such member benefits are provided to NSW SES VA members. If you are a NSW SES Volunteer and wish to become a member please complete and submit the membership application form. Full details are available once you login as a VA member or you can Contact Us.
Q:Who should I contact If I have an issue I want to discuss?
A: If you are a NSW SES Volunteer, the best person to contact is your VA Regional Representative. Contact Us for more details.