COMMUNITY ENCOURAGED TO SUPPORT SES VOLUNTEERS ON WOW DAY
- Steph Cooke MP
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Residents across the Cootamundra electorate are being encouraged to wear orange next Wednesday as part of Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day), a national campaign recognising the dedication of State Emergency Service (SES) volunteers.
Held during National Volunteer Week, WOW Day celebrates the thousands of SES volunteers who respond to emergencies, including storms, floods, road crashes and rescues across New South Wales.
Member for Cootamundra, Steph Cooke, said WOW Day is an opportunity for communities to publicly thank the volunteers who regularly step forward during times of crisis.
“SES volunteers are often the first people communities turn to during emergencies, and their commitment to helping others is extraordinary,” Ms Cooke said.
“Across the Cootamundra electorate, volunteers give up their time with family, leave work at a moment’s notice and respond in difficult conditions to keep people safe.
“Whether it’s assisting during severe weather events, helping motorists, conducting rescues or supporting communities through floods, their contribution cannot be overstated.”
Ms Cooke encouraged schools, businesses, sporting clubs and community groups to take part by wearing orange and sharing their support for local SES volunteers.
“Wearing orange is a simple but meaningful way for our communities to say thank you,” she said.
“I encourage everyone across the electorate to get involved and recognise the incredible volunteers who work tirelessly to protect our towns and communities.”
Residents interested in supporting the SES or learning more about volunteering
opportunities can contact their local SES unit or visit the NSW SES website.
WOW Day (20 May, 2026) is celebrated each year nationally during National Volunteer Week to recognise the vital role SES volunteers play in communities across Australia.
