Station Volunteer Program

The Station Volunteer Program engages volunteers across Victoria to beautify station precincts across the metropolitan and regional rail network.

Station Volunteers play a crucial role in transforming rail precincts into welcoming, attractive community spaces.

These dedicated individuals and groups engage in various hands-on activities, including planting, weeding, mulching, removing litter, and general garden maintenance, to beautify the station surrounds.

Beyond the aesthetic improvements, this volunteer work fosters a strong sense of community spirit, provides social connection for participants, and can contribute to a safer, more pleasant environment for commuters.

Our volunteers come from all walks of life and diverse backgrounds, sharing a common passion for gardening, nature, and community engagement.

About the program
The Station Volunteer Program is a collaborative effort between VicTrack, Metro Trains Melbourne, V/Line and the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), who have provided funding to the program since 2008.

VicTrack manages the delivery of the program on behalf of the transport partners.

Our mission is to enhance the character and atmosphere of Victoria’s railway precincts through the tireless efforts of our dedicated volunteers.

By engaging in local beautification projects, these groups ensure our stations remain welcoming spaces for all commuters.
- Community impact: We aim to foster a deep sense of local pride and ownership through social and creative activities that strengthen community identity.
- Metro and regional support: Metro Trains Melbourne and V/Line continue to support regional and metro volunteer groups across the state, contributing to a network that now includes 47 active groups statewide.
- Safety and support: All volunteers are provided with essential safety training, protective equipment, and public liability insurance to ensure they can work safely within the rail environment.
- Expanding our reach: We are actively growing this program and welcome new members who wish to help transform their local station.
Program partners
The Station Volunteer Program is a collaborative effort between VicTrack, Metro Trains Melbourne, V/Line and the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), who have provided funding to the program since 2008.

VicTrack manages the delivery of the program on behalf of the transport partners.

Our mission is to enhance the character and atmosphere of Victoria’s railway precincts through the tireless efforts of our dedicated volunteers.

By engaging in local beautification projects, these groups ensure our stations remain welcoming spaces for all commuters.
- Community impact: We aim to foster a deep sense of local pride and ownership through social and creative activities that strengthen community identity.
- Metro and regional support: Metro Trains Melbourne and V/Line continue to support regional and metro volunteer groups across the state, contributing to a network that now includes 47 active groups statewide.
- Safety and support: All volunteers are provided with essential safety training, protective equipment, and public liability insurance to ensure they can work safely within the rail environment.
- Expanding our reach: We are actively growing this program and welcome new members who wish to help transform their local station.
Program partners
Steps for joining an existing Station Volunteer Group
Expected timeframe: 2–4 weeks

Step 1. Sign up

Volunteers must be 18 years or older to participate.

See the map on this webpage and find your closest Station Volunteer group. Then register your interest online and let us know which Station Volunteer Group you would like to join.

Step 2. Complete onboarding

To help ensure your safety and success as a volunteer, you'll need to:
- provide the required personal information
- review the Station Volunteer Guidelines
- complete either Metro rail safety training, or V/Line rail safety training
3. Attend a site visit

Once you have been onboarded, we'll meet you at your chosen station and:
- introduce you to the Volunteer Group Team Leader and fellow volunteers
- complete site-specific and safety inductions
- provide your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hi-vis vest and gloves
4. Spread the word

Help grow your volunteer community by encouraging others to get involved.
- Friends and family
- Neighbours
- Local community groups
- Gardening and environment enthusiasts
Together, we can make our stations greener, more welcoming places for everyone.
Expected timeframe: 2–4 weeks

Step 1. Sign up

Volunteers must be 18 years or older to participate.

See the map on this webpage and find your closest Station Volunteer group. Then register your interest online and let us know which Station Volunteer Group you would like to join.

Step 2. Complete onboarding

To help ensure your safety and success as a volunteer, you'll need to:
- provide the required personal information
- review the Station Volunteer Guidelines
- complete either Metro rail safety training, or V/Line rail safety training
3. Attend a site visit

Once you have been onboarded, we'll meet you at your chosen station and:
- introduce you to the Volunteer Group Team Leader and fellow volunteers
- complete site-specific and safety inductions
- provide your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hi-vis vest and gloves
4. Spread the word

Help grow your volunteer community by encouraging others to get involved.
- Friends and family
- Neighbours
- Local community groups
- Gardening and environment enthusiasts
Together, we can make our stations greener, more welcoming places for everyone.
Steps for creating a new Station Volunteer Group
Expected timeframe: 6–8 weeks once application submitted.

1. Sign up

Register your interest online and let us know that you would like to start a new Station Volunteer Group and become a Volunteer Team Leader at your local station

2. Submit your site proposal

Once we have your application, we’ll be in touch and will ask you to complete the Site Proposal application form and tell us about your vision for the station.

You should include details such as:
- your goals and aspirations for the site
- ideas for gardening or beautification projects
- long-term plans for the group
- photos of proposed areas
It is better to provide as much information as possible because this will make the assessment process easier.

3. Attend a site visit

Once your Site Proposal has been submitted, we'll arrange a site visit to:
- meet you at the station
- discuss your proposed plans and ideas
- review opportunities and site considerations
4. Application review and approval

Your new site application will be reviewed by VicTrack and assessed with our rail partners.
- VicTrack conducts the internal review
- Final approvals are provided by Metro or V/Line
5. Complete site inductions and safety training

Once your application is approved:
- VicTrack will deliver site-specific inductions
- We’ll provide your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hi-vis vest/gloves
- Approved volunteer work areas will be identified and explained
- All group members will need to complete Metro or V/Line rail safety training
After completing the rail safety training and inductions, your new Station Volunteer Group will be ready to get started.

4. Spread the word

Help grow your volunteer community by encouraging others to get involved.
- Friends and family
- Neighbours
- Local community groups
- Gardening and environment enthusiasts
Together, we can make our stations greener, more welcoming places for everyone.
Expected timeframe: 6–8 weeks once application submitted.

1. Sign up

Register your interest online and let us know that you would like to start a new Station Volunteer Group and become a Volunteer Team Leader at your local station

2. Submit your site proposal

Once we have your application, we’ll be in touch and will ask you to complete the Site Proposal application form and tell us about your vision for the station.

You should include details such as:
- your goals and aspirations for the site
- ideas for gardening or beautification projects
- long-term plans for the group
- photos of proposed areas
It is better to provide as much information as possible because this will make the assessment process easier.

3. Attend a site visit

Once your Site Proposal has been submitted, we'll arrange a site visit to:
- meet you at the station
- discuss your proposed plans and ideas
- review opportunities and site considerations
4. Application review and approval

Your new site application will be reviewed by VicTrack and assessed with our rail partners.
- VicTrack conducts the internal review
- Final approvals are provided by Metro or V/Line
5. Complete site inductions and safety training

Once your application is approved:
- VicTrack will deliver site-specific inductions
- We’ll provide your Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), hi-vis vest/gloves
- Approved volunteer work areas will be identified and explained
- All group members will need to complete Metro or V/Line rail safety training
After completing the rail safety training and inductions, your new Station Volunteer Group will be ready to get started.

4. Spread the word

Help grow your volunteer community by encouraging others to get involved.
- Friends and family
- Neighbours
- Local community groups
- Gardening and environment enthusiasts
Together, we can make our stations greener, more welcoming places for everyone.

How VicTrack supports volunteers

VicTrack supports station volunteer groups with advice, assistance and training, and adheres to the National Standards for Volunteer Involvement.

Volunteers are provided with:

personal protective equipment, such as high visibility vests and gloves
first aid kits
ongoing safety training
public liability and personal injury insurance
permission from the appropriate rail operator to carry out volunteer work.

Get involved

Find a group on the map below and use our online form to express your interest about joining a Station Volunteer Program group. Please note that volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.

Register your interest