Territorians will celebrate WOW Day (Wear Orange Wednesday) tomorrow as part of National Volunteer Week. WOW Day is dedicated to recognising and thanking the incredible volunteers of the NT Emergency Service (NTES).
On Wednesday, Territorians are invited to wear orange, host a morning tea, and show gratitude to Emergency Service volunteers. There's also an opportunity for children to share a letter of thanks.
Chief Officer NT Emergency Service Wayne Snell said WOW Day is a powerful reminder of the dedication and courage shown by volunteers.
"From humble beginnings to now being a critical frontline response team for rescue, cyclones, floods and severe weather events, emergency service volunteers remain a cornerstone of disaster readiness and community safety.
The NT Emergency Service is built on community spirit, and we're proud to say that our volunteers will be there when it matters most."
To mark the day, Territorians are encouraged to wear orange, host orange morning teas, and send letters of kindness here to thank NTES volunteers for their service.
Messages can be emailed to [email protected] [http://[email protected]%20] and will be included in a celebratory video.
To celebrate this occasion, events will be held in Alice Springs and Darwin.
Darwin - Meet the NTES Volunteers
Smith Street Mall, Darwin CBD
Wednesday 20 May, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Pop down during lunch to meet Paddy the Platypus, check out the NTES rescue boat, and have a chat with our amazing volunteers.
Alice Springs - WOW Day Tug of War
Alice Springs Town Council, Civic Centre Lawns
Wednesday 20 May, 5:00pm
Enjoy a family-friendly evening with food, games and the annual tug of war event, held by NT Fire and Emergency Services.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED:
Wear orange on Wednesday 20 MayHost a morning teaSend a letter of thanks to NTES volunteers (email to [email protected])Share on social media using #ThankYouNTES and tag @NT Emergency Service
Let's turn the Territory orange in support of the incredible NTES volunteers who keep our communities safe.
