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CMC Rocks QLD will be held at Willowbank Raceway in Ipswich, Queensland on Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Friday 19, Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 March 2027. More than a music festival, CMC Rocks QLD is a cultural event that reflects the wonderful country lifestyle which is synonymous with Queensland – whether it’s the stellar line-up of Australian and International artists, the land, a regional community, or the associated industries.

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application information

Volunteer applications for CMC Rocks QLD 2027 are now open, the application timeline is listed below.

Before submitting an application, you must read this Application Form and the associated Terms & Conditions in full. We need all supporting and requested documentation to be provided at the time of your application.

Application Timeline

Round 1 Applications Open: 10am, Tuesday 8 September 2026
Round 1 Applications Close: 5pm, Tuesday 15 September 2026
Round 1 Successful Applicants confirmed: 5pm, Friday 18 September 2026
Offers must be accepted by: 5pm, Thursday 24 September 2026
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Round 2 Applications Open: 10am, Monday 28 September 2026
Round 2 Applications Close: 5pm, Friday 27 November 2026
Round 2 Successful Applicants confirmed: 5pm, Friday 11 December 2026
Offers must be accepted by: 5pm, Monday 21 December 2026
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Confirmation of allocated position & roster times: Friday 15 February 2027

Who Can Volunteer at CMC Rocks?

At CMC Rocks QLD, our volunteers play a vital role in creating an unforgettable experience for our audience. Whether you’re enthusiastic about music, hospitality, event management or simply eager to contribute to the vibrant atmosphere, we welcome your support.

As a volunteer, you’ll be an integral part of our festival community, working alongside like-minded individuals and gaining valuable experience in event coordination. From VIP hosting, to customer service to crowd management, there are diverse roles available to suit your interests and skills.

To apply as a volunteer, please take a moment to read the information below as well as the Festival Terms and Conditions, ensuring you understand the commitment and expectations. Once you’re ready, please complete the application form in full.

What Type of Work Will I Be Doing?

As a volunteer you may be rostered to assist in any of the following areas:

  • Assisting with light duties for setting up Festival spaces.
  • Assisting with camper or team information pack collating.
  • Meeting and greeting campers and festival patrons with a friendly smile and providing general festival information and directions.
  • Monitoring and assisting with crowd management at Festival facilities and amenities (eg The Drove Info Booth and VIP).
  • Assisting with wristbanding patrons at the entry gate.
  • Running errands around the Festival Site and/or Campgrounds.
  • Assisting to look after fellow volunteers and team members.
  • Assisting with traffic, security and campground management by directing campers and vehicles through the entry process and to designated camp sites.
  • Assisting with scanning bus tickets as patrons arrive at the Festival Site and/or Campgrounds.

What Do I Get for Volunteering?

  • You’ll get some great hands-on experience and an insight on how things run behind the scenes.
  • Once you have completed your full 2 x 6 hour shifts, you will be issued with 1 x Full Festival Ticket (3 days) for free entry into the Festival. Until that time you will have a Volunteer Wristband.
  • Complimentary parking for the 2 x 6 hour shifts.
  • Light Refreshments.

What Should I Bring?

  • You will be working outdoors so please come prepared.
  • Valid Photo ID must be presented at registration.
  • Sunblock, sunglasses and a hat.
  • Water bottle – there will be water refill stations throughout the festival.
  • A warm jacket and wet weather gear (poncho and gumboots) in case it gets cold or rains.
  • Wear comfortable and appropriate clothing to work in.
  • Wear appropriate footwear – only closed toe shoes or boots will be permitted.
  • A fully charged mobile phone.
  • A good attitude, common sense and smile!

About My Shifts

  • All volunteers will be required to work a minimum of 2 x 6 hour shifts. Each 6 hour shift will be on a different day.
  • You will be required to report to your designated Manager / Supervisor 15 minutes before your rostered shift time. Please do not be late.
  • You must register and sign on prior to your shift (please bring your photo ID).
  • You will be provided with a Volunteer Wristband that you must wear at all times. You must sign off at the end of each Shift and when you have completed your two (2) x 6 hour shifts you swap the Volunteer Wristband for a Festival Wristband.
  • You will also undergo an induction – this is where you will learn some basic safety information and instructions on your duties.
  • You must work the full 2 x 6 hour shifts.
  • Festival sites are very active with a lot of people. Always be aware of your surroundings, take care of yourself and others around you. If you see something that could possibly cause injury, harm or damage – please report it immediately to your Manager / Supervisor.

What Not to Bring

  • Please refer to the list Prohibited Items for the Festival (see Festival Terms and Conditions).
  • DO NOT BRING valuable items to the Festival.
  • The Promoter takes no responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged property.

How Do I Know If I Have Been Selected?

Round 1 Successful Applicants confirmed: 5pm, Friday 18 September 2026
Offers must be accepted by: 5pm, Thursday 24 September 2026
Round 2 Successful Applicants confirmed: 5pm, Friday 11 December 2026
Offers must be accepted by: 5pm, Monday 21 December 2026

Where Is It?

  • Willowbank Motorsports Precinct with the main festival site being at Willowbank Raceway, 38 Champions Way Willowbank, Queensland 4306.
  • Willowbank is in the Ipswich region and is located approximately 45 minutes drive from Brisbane.
  • You are required to make your own way to and from the Festival.
  • Camping is not provided as part of any volunteer role.
  • More information is readily available on the Festival website: www.cmcrocks.com

Can I Camp Onsite?

  • There are no facilities for volunteers to camp onsite.
  • If you wish to camp you must purchase a camping ticket.

Questions / Contact / More Info

FAQS
Who can be a volunteer?

Volunteers must be 18 years of age or over by Monday 15 March 2027.

What type of work will I be doing?

Volunteers will be required to commit to working 2 x six (6) hour shifts across the festival weekend.

As a volunteer you may be rostered to assist in any of the following areas:

Before the Festival Opens (Monday 15 March & Tuesday 16 March)

  • Assisting with collating Info Packs (need to be local to the Ipswich area).
  • Assisting with collating Camper Packs (need to be local to the Ipswich area).
  • Assisting with light duties setting up Festival spaces (need to be local to the Ipswich area).

During the Festival

  • Meeting and greeting campers and festival patrons with a friendly smile and providing general festival information and directions.
  • Monitoring facilities and amenities.
  • Wristbanding patrons at the entry gate.
  • Running errands around the site.
  • Assisting Traffic Managers, Security and Camping Management by directing campers and vehicles through the entry process and to designated campsites.
  • Scanning bus tickets on the shuttle service from Willowbank Raceway.
What do I get for volunteering?
  • You’ll get some great hands on event experience, an insight on how things run behind the scenes, an opportunity to meet some new people and be part of our beloved CMC Community!
  • A CMC Team care pack including a hat and tee.
  • Complimentary parking for the 2 x 6 hour shifts. Noting that once your shifts are completed and you’re attending the festival with your patron wristband, you must purchase Day Parking Tickets.
  • A light snack, water and soft drinks during your shifts.

Once you have completed your full 2 x six (6) hour shifts, you will be issued with 1 x full (3 day) Festival Ticket. Until that time you will be wearing a Volunteer Wristband.

What is not included for volunteering?
  • Camping on site – if you want to camp on site, you’ll need to purchase a Camp Site ticket during the festival general public pre-sale, on sale or resale.
  • A full meal – Volunteers receive light snacks only.
  • Transport to and from the festival.
  • Day Parking for your whole time on site. You will only receive access to worker parking for the days you are working at the Festival.
What should I bring?

You will be working outdoors so please come prepared by packing the following:

  • Valid Photo ID.
  • Fully charged mobile phone.
  • Be prepared for all seasons. That includes:
    • Sunscreen
    • Sunglasses
    • A Hat (all Volunteers receive a hat or cap, but we understand some people may prefer their own)
    • A Warm Jacket
    • Raincoat
    • Gumboots
  • Footwear – only boots or closed toe shoes.
  • A water bottle. CMC provides water stations across the festival where you’ll be able to fill it up throughout the day.
  • A great attitude and a smile.
What should i not bring?
  • Please refer to the list Prohibited Items for the Festival (see Festival Terms and Conditions).
  • DO NOT BRING valuable items to the Festival.
  • The Promoter takes no responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged property.
About my shifts

All volunteers will be required to work a minimum of 2 x full six (6) hour shifts. Each six (6) hour shift will be on a different day.

For the first time, we’re welcoming Ipswich locals to contribute to volunteer shifts across Monday 15 March and Tuesday 16 March.

Safety & induction

You’re required to undergo an online induction prior to arriving at the Festival for your first shift. This is where you will learn some basic safety information and instructions on your duties.

can i camp on site?

Camping is not included as part of the Volunteer offerings.

If you wish to camp, you must purchase a camp site ticket during the Festival general public pre-sale, onsale or resale. There are no separate facilities to allow volunteers to camp on site.

getting to the festival

Volunteers are responsible for getting to the Festival on their own.

There are a range of ways to get to the Festival – CMC encourages carpooling or public transport where possible.

Volunteers will have access to a worker car park only for the days of their shifts.

signing in at the festival

You must register and sign in by showing your valid photo ID 15 minutes before your rostered start time. You will be provided with a Festival Tee and Hat as part of your Team Pack.

You will be provided with a Volunteer Wristband that must be worn at all times. Once you have completed your 2 x full six (6) hour shifts, your Volunteer Wristband will be swapped for a Festival Wristband. You’ll be able to enjoy the rest of the show.

Festival Sites are very active with a lot of people. Always be aware of your surroundings, take care of yourself and others around you. If you see something that could possibly cause injury, harm or damage – please report it immediately to your manager / supervisor.

Paid team

CMC Rocks will be on the lookout for several QLD based, experienced people to join our PAID Team in a variety of roles.

To be part of the Team, you must be:

  • 18 years of age or over.
  • Available from Monday 15 March – 22 March.
  • Preferably have demonstrated previous experience in Customer Service, Site or Event Administration, Event On-Ground work.

Please email info@cmcrocks.com with your name, email, mobile number and resume to be considered for a paid role.

Volunteer Application

Monday 15 March – Sunday 21 March 2027. Please complete all relevant fields. Fields marked * are required.

Volunteer information

You must be at least 18 years of age on the first day of the festival.

Emergency contact details

Volunteer positions and shifts

The Volunteer Program includes a variety of operational and administration positions. We will try to accommodate you, however all positions and shift times will be allocated at the Promoter's discretion.

Each volunteer must apply separately. If you want to pair with another volunteer for your shifts, you both need to select the same shifts.
Select at least two (2) roles you'd be interested in — you can select as many as you like.
Please select at least two roles, or choose "I'm available for any role".
Select at least two (2) different days you're available — you can select as many as you like. Where possible we try to accommodate everyone's preferences and availability, but we won't be able to confirm your shifts until closer to the festival.
Please select at least two different days, or choose "I'm available for any shift".

Volunteer declaration

The information provided by you for the purpose of assessing and recording your application will remain confidential at all times and will be governed by the Privacy Act 1988, except for disclosure with reference to future opportunities if you have consented above, or otherwise required by law.

By submitting your application you confirm that you are fit, healthy and able to work as a volunteer at CMC Rocks QLD 2027 and you understand the terms associated with the Volunteer Program.

You also acknowledge and declare:

  • You have volunteered to provide your services in exchange for the privileges associated with the Volunteer Program.
  • You understand that you will be required to work a minimum of two (2) x six (6) hour shifts, however this may extend due to busy or peak times.
  • You are not an employee of CMC Rocks Pty Ltd.
  • You are at least 18 years of age.
  • You are fluent in the English language.
  • You will agree to abide by all work health and safety standards and will follow all instructions provided by all festival personnel (including all emergency evacuation procedures).
  • You will at all times maintain the confidentiality of all privileged information to which you are exposed whilst working as a volunteer.
  • You have read and understand the Festival Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that to the extent relevant and permitted by law, the Festival Terms and Conditions apply to you and your attendance at the Festival Site and/or the Campgrounds.
  • If you have already purchased a Festival Ticket for CMC Rocks QLD, it will be your responsibility to sell it in the official AXS resale program.

You understand that you will forfeit all privileges associated with the Volunteer Program for 2027, and future festivals, if you:

  • Fail to perform the services required for the period specified (this means turning up to both shifts).
  • Are involved in the theft of wristbands or property.
  • Release wristbands to patrons who are not authorised to receive wristbands.
  • Are found to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs whilst working as a volunteer.
  • Are acting in a manner that may present a risk to yourself or others.
CMC Rocks respectfully acknowledges the original and traditional custodians of this land the Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul People and the wider Aboriginal communities and elders past and present.

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