Victorian State Emergency Services to be recognised
The AFL, together with the Western Bulldogs & North Melbourne Football Clubs will recognise members of the Victorian State Emergency Services at their Round Two match on Sunday April 5 at the MCG.
All volunteers involved in the recent Victorian Bushfire disaster will also be invited to the match.
Western Bulldogs President David Smorgon said the match is an opportunity for the football community to thank those that risked their own lives helping those in need.
“On behalf of the Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne Football Clubs, we would like to extend an invitation to emergency services personnel and their families to join us at the inaugural Emergency Services Appreciation game,” Mr Smorgon said.
All Emergency Services personnel will be able to collect up to four tickets by showing their identification at marquees that will be outside the MCG.
Victorian Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Bob Cameron, said he encouraged those who were involved in the Black Saturday fires to enjoy a day at the football with their family and friends.
“It’s another way we can show our appreciation to our men and women volunteers who have given so much of themselves.
'Football is a great way to relax and take time out and I thank the AFL for giving our volunteers this well earned opportunity" he said.