30/08/2026
The Rotary Club of Kingston had the privilege of hosting Community Transport Services Tasmania (CTST) People and Capabilty Manager Michelle Howell’s as a guest speaker at a recent meeting.
Michelle spoke about the fantastic work CTST does across Tasmania to support the elderly, mobility impaired people and young disadvantaged people with community transport services that keep them connected with their community, reduce the feeling of loneliness and enable people to feel valued again.
CTST is a state-wide community based not-for-profit organisation that provides affordable door-to-door community transport for the over 65’s and people with a disability.
We help our clients to continue living independently within their community by allowing them to continue to attend appointments such as regular visits to the doctor, trips to the shops or hairdressers or to events such as flower shows, concerts or sporting events.
Not only does CTST provide a valuable affordable transport service to its clients it is also a terrific organisation for those with some spare time on their hands to volunteer for.
There are many people who feel a bit lost after they retire and CTST find that volunteers can feel valued again with the contribution they make when working for CTST.
Some feedback below from a CTST volunteer.
"Very rewarding!"
"I enjoy working at CTST because I enjoy transporting the vulnerable people of Tasmania."
Steve C. - Volunteer
Some additional information about CTST launching its 30 Volunteers in 30 Days campaign !!!
Community Transport Services Tasmania (CTST) is calling on Tasmanians to help share the good this September with the launch of its 30 Volunteers in 30 Days campaign.
The statewide campaign aims to welcome 30 new volunteers in 30 days, helping CTST continue providing practical support, connection and independence for people across local communities.
CTST’s volunteers play a vital role in supporting Tasmanians to stay connected, whether by helping people get to appointments, shops, social outings or other activities that matter in everyday life.
As the need for connection and community support continues to grow, CTST is encouraging community members to consider whether volunteering could be a good fit for them.
People can give their time in a range of ways including driving and non-driving roles, with training and ongoing support provided.
Volunteering is about more than a task. Every day, our volunteers help create connection, independence, dignity and belonging.
They make a real difference to the people we support and our volunteers tell us they gain just as much from the experience themselves.
Anyone interested in becoming part of CTST’s volunteer community is invited to register their interest at www.ctst.org.au/volunteer-with-us or contact CTST on 1800 781 033 and to ask for the People & Capability team.
By giving a little time, volunteers can help keep Tasmanians connected to the people, places and services they value.
Photo below: Michelle Howell’s being presented with a Certificate of Appreciation by Rotary Club of Kingston President Bruce House.
