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flag New Zealand charities reject more volunteers due to record unemployment and high demand.

flag New Zealand charities are turning away growing numbers of volunteer applicants due to a surge in interest linked to a 5.3% unemployment rate in the September 2025 quarter, leaving 160,000 people jobless. flag Many are volunteering to gain experience, build resumes, and stay connected, with organizations like the SPCA seeing a 32% rise in applications. flag Despite high participation—53% of New Zealanders volunteered in March 2025—charities face capacity limits and rigorous application processes, including background checks, mirroring job hiring hurdles.

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