National Volunteers Week

20-26 May will mark National Volunteer Week 2024 with this year’s theme being “Something for Everyone”. 

This is a wonderful theme that highlights the vast array of volunteer opportunities that are available to anyone who has the time and the will to help better their community. 

Volunteer week provides an opportunity to both highlight the volunteer roles available around our community, but also to thank those who tirelessly take up these 
opportunities and donate their time and expertise for the good of others. 

Thank you to every person who fills a volunteer role in Gippsland South. From emergency services volunteers and op-shop attendants through to school helpers - you are all amazing and your efforts are so very greatly appreciated. 

On Wednesday 22 May, Victoria State Emergency Service (SES) will also be encouraging us all to take part in Wear Orange Wednesday (WOW Day) in support and recognition of SES volunteers. 

WOW Day participants are encouraged take and post a photo or video to social media of themselves wearing orange using the hashtags #WearOrangeWednesday #WOWDay #WOW and #ThankyouSES. They may also choose to collect donations through hosting a casual day. Donations can be made online at visit ses.vic.gov.au/donate. 

If you have ever thought about volunteering, please know that you are needed. Please visit volunteeringvictoria.org.au or speak to your local schools, sporting clubs or not-for-profit organisations about how you may be able to help. 

Thank you again to everyone who takes the time to make Gippsland South the wonderful place that it is to live. 

Danny O’Brien MP, The Nationals State Member for Gippsland South