2024 ELDERS LOVE LISMORE SHOW VOLUNTEER AGREEMENT

Volunteer Terms and Conditions

1. I am an independent person who will work and perform all duties required at the Showground on a voluntary basis only.
   
   
2. I understand that all volunteers attending the Showground are subject to this Agreement and any directions from the Lismore Show Volunteer Coordinator, or designated Show official.
   
   
3. I will comply with all WHS requirements and Emergency procedures as detailed in the induction session.
   
   
4. I agree to attend the volunteer induction session prior to the Show
   
   
5. I indemnify the North Coast National Agriculture and Industry Society (NCN) against all claims arising out of my participation at the Showground and such claims include all action suits costs claims demands brought against the NCN by any person firm or corporation arising out of any negligent or improper act or omission by me. I understand that my liability in indemnifying the NCN shall be reduced proportionately to the extent that any negligent act or omission of the NCN may have contributed to the claim.
   
   
6. I will provide the details of my Emergency Contact. I note this person must be readily contactable throughout my time at the Showground.
   
   
7. I am fit for the purpose of performing my tasks at the Showground. I have no known physical or mental condition likely to affect my performance.
   
   
8. I acknowledge that NCN is not responsible for my personal property and that NCN is under no liability in respect of any loss or damage caused to my personal property.
   
   
9. I agree to keeping private any confidential information I obtain during the course of my duties.
   
   
10. I will exercise reasonable care when performing my tasks in a way that ensures the health and safety of myself and others.
    
    
11. I will not bring any hazardous, dangerous or illegal substances onto the Lismore Showground.
    
    
12. I am not permitted to collect money, sell any goods including food and beverage or distribute pamphlets, stickers or balloons, other than in the service of the Lismore Show.
    
    
13. I am not permitted to consume alcohol or illegal substances during my shift.
    
    
14. I will not use any of the confidential or privileged information that I may acquire prior or during the Period in any manner that may injure or cause loss to NCN
    
    
15. I acknowledge that the NCN reserves the right to cancel this arrangement with me at any time if I breach any of the above conditions and guidelines.
    
    
16. I understand that, during my duties (whether individually or as a group), I may be party to media attention and consent to my image being used in various media outlets, including but not limited to telecommunications, newspaper, magazine, electronic and or print media.
    
    
17. I confirm that I will provide a Working with Children (WWC) clearance number to the NCN if I have one.
    
    
18. I understand that should I be feeling unwell for any reason, I should not attend Lismore Showground and will advise the Volunteer Co-ordinator accordingly.
    
    
19. I acknowledge, this being an agricultural-based event, that I may be required to and am prepared to work, from time to time, in the presence of or in close proximity to all types of food produce, plants and animals including, but not limited to, flowers, peanuts, hay, straw, livestock, horses, poultry or domestic animals.
    
    
20. The North Coast National A & I Society ("NCN") will make a selection of photos and recordings (video and sound) taken by NCN Staff and contractors available to the volunteers for their personal archival purposes. Permission is granted for volunteers to store these files on a personal computer or reproduce them in print form for personal archival purposes only. Uploading of images or footage on public domain websites or use of these images or recordings for commercial purposes or personal financial gain is strictly prohibited.
    
    
21. I consent to the NCN, its agents, or any other individual permitted by the NCN, taking photographs, video recordings and sound recordings of me at the Showground to use the images or footage in print, television, radio or online media for the purpose of promoting NCN projects, events or related activities.
    
    
22. I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product and to any further claim.