The Big Lift
Supporting regional communities across Australia, one trip at a time.
Who We Are
The Big Lift is a student-run volunteering organisation at The University of Technology Sydney. Founded in 2010 on the philosophy of 'paying it forward', we provide a platform for students to volunteer and engage deeply with local and regional communities.
Get Involved
The Winter Trip
Every July, The Big Lift takes 80 UTS students on a 9 day bus trip through regional Australia. We visit regional towns to help them with projects such as land restoration, construction and painting.
More Events
Throughout the year, The Big Lift runs on and off campus Pay it Forward initiatives. This includes Pay It Forward week, environmental conservation and more. See our Instagram or Facebook page for upcoming events!
Little Lifts
Little Lifts are weekend volunteering trips to regional towns in NSW. They have the same foundational focus as the flagship trip in July, however, students stay in a single town for two nights.
Communications Internship
Every year, The Big Lift collaborates with UTS Society of Communications to invite two student videographers and journalists to apply for the task of capturing the spectacular Winter Trip.
Testimonials
Contact Us
For all inquiries including those related to our events, volunteer initiatives and current volunteering capabilities please fill out our Contact Us form. If you would like to suggest an event please click here.