Our virtual art class series, running twice a month, invites you to slow down, get creative, and reconnect through art, with a beautifully curated art kit posted directly to you, including all materials needed. Each session explores a range of techniques such as watercolour and acrylic painting, pencil and pen drawing, and pastels on both
Come and grab a coffee "on the (Fortem) house". Pop into Cafe Bambini (Idalia) and grab a take-away OR stay and chat with other members of the first responder community. The Fortem team will be there to greet you from 10am to 12pm (drop in at any point). All first responders and their families are
You've heard of paint by numbers, now imagine that but with clay. This hands-on session encourages relaxation, creativity, and connection, offering a fun and mindful way to unwind while exploring imagination and self-expression. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and
You've heard of paint by numbers, now imagine that but with clay. This hands-on session encourages relaxation, creativity, and connection, offering a fun and mindful way to unwind while exploring imagination and self-expression. Confirmed participants will receive a materials pack by mail for this session. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
Coffee Connect, first Friday of the month, every month in a hot (coffee) spot in Winston Hills. Our Fortem representative will always be there, register for details or just pop by. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up
Soothe your nervous system through sound. Unwind with us in a meditative experience. Experience the healing and transformational power of sound to help regulate your nervous system. ALL experience levels are welcome. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up
Join the Pormpuraaw State School for a fun community event at their school as the community comes together to share gratitude for local first responders. This event celebrates Thank a First Responder Day, a national day of appreciation organised by Fortem Australia recognising the dedication and sacrifice of first responders and their families. As Australia’s leading not-for-profit supporting first responder
As part of Thank a First Responder Day activities across the Mid North Coast, join Fortem & The Welcome Experience for a 2-hour Port Macquarie Sunset Cruise. Share a grazing table, take in the views, and connect with fellow first responders, coming together to recognise, celebrate, and say thank you for the vital role you
This is activity is part of our Thank a First Responder Day celebrations in June and is dedicated to first responder families. Come along for a fun morning with the Koalas and their furry friends! This tour is fun for young and old alike. Together, let's get to know all of the animals that call
Thank a First Responder Day Family event held at Cubetown, with an exclusive access for 2 hours of the whole venue, just for us. The best active immersive gaming in Perth – a challenging interactive experience that tests your physical agility and quick thinking. Play as a team or go head-to-head in the exclusively designed games. The
Join us at Werribee Open Range Zoo for a unique opportunity to connect with fellow first responders while enjoying a one-hour guided tour through the savannah. This is a great chance to unwind, explore, and experience something different in a relaxed and supportive environment. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out
Celebrate Thank a First Responder Day exploring the Adelaide Zoo connecting with other first responder families and Fortem staff. Adelaide Zoo is home to more than 2400 animals and 200 species of exotic and native mammals, birds, reptiles and fish exhibited over eight hectares of magnificent botanic surroundings. This free wellbeing activity is for first
Join Fortem at Taronga Zoo for our Thank a First Responder Day family day celebration. We have 40 family passes for you to join us in our gratitude of all you've given this year Sydney! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other
Join us for a fun-filled family day at the wildlife park! Spend the day exploring, seeing incredible animals, and connecting with family, partners, and fellow first responders in a relaxed outdoor setting. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult. All
Explore the Canberra Zoo and Aquarium this Thank a First Responder Day, connect with other first responder families, and discover an incredible range of exotic animals. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up to two children. All Fortem wellbeing activities are underpinned
Join us in celebrating the families of first responders in the lead up to Thank a First Responder Day 2026, with an afternoon at the Darwin Aqua Park. Enjoy free access to the park for the whole family. We encourage you to stick around after to mingle, and enjoy the beautiful dry season sunset. This
As part of Thank a First Responder Day activities across the Mid North Coast, join us for a 2-hour Sunset Cruise on the stunning Great Lakes. Share a cheese platter, take in the golden hour views, and connect with fellow first responders and their families as the sun sets. This free wellbeing activity is for
Enjoy a day out at Coffs Coast Wildlife Sanctuary, exploring a range of native and marine animals. This family-friendly experience offers an opportunity for first responders and their loved ones to relax, connect, and be recognised within their community as part of Thank a First Responder Day. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Billabong Sanctuary and Fortem are proud to host a special Thank a First Responder Day event. Join us for a fun and meaningful day of connection and appreciation. Enjoy a ranger-led visit, an exclusive wildlife show, and the chance to get up close with incredible animals alongside your family and fellow first responders. This free
Come and grab a coffee and help us celebrate Thank a First Responder Day at Sazon in Mount Barker. Connect with other members of the First Responder community from across the Adelaide Hills and enjoy a relaxed catch-up. A wonderful way to come together and celebrate Thank a First Responder Day. This free wellbeing activity
Be part of our Thank a First Responder Day Q1 Skypoint Climb Team! As you climb, watch the Q1 building light up in Teal (the colour of TAFRD) in honour of Thank a First Responder Day! Enjoy a remarkable experience with your fellow first responder climb team and walk away with some great memories. Thankyou
Thank a First Responder Day is coming and the iconic Bridgeclimb Sydney has demonstrated their gratitude! Join Fortem and a team of first responders as we take on the Sydney Harbour Bridge together at sunrise. Please note: this climb is for first responders only and isn’t a family event. This free wellbeing activity is for
Join us at P3 Recovery Geelong for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. Please register for this activity and present proof of current or past employment with an eligible first responder service when attending P3 recovery.
Join us at P3 Recovery Richmond for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other person aged
Join us at P3 Recovery Springwood for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other person aged
Join us at P3 Recovery Ashmore for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. Please present proof of current or past employment with a Fortem-aligned service. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out
Join us at P3 Recovery Winnellie for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. Please present proof of current or past employment with a Fortem-aligned service. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out
Join us at P3 Recovery Port Melbourne for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. Please present proof of current or past employment with a Fortem-aligned service. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
Join us at P3 Recovery Labrador for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. Please present proof of current or past employment with a Fortem-aligned service. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out
Join us at P3 Recovery Pimpama for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. Please present proof of current or past employment with a Fortem-aligned service. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out
Join us for a special Thank a First Responder Day Morning Tea! Take a break this Thank a First Responder Day- you deserve it! Join us for a relaxed morning tea to say thank you for everything you do. Connect with colleagues, share a few laughs, and enjoy some well-earned downtime. We look forward to celebrating
Come and enjoy a free coffee for all first responders at Bunnings this Thank a First Responder Day. A small token of appreciation for everything you do, just show your ID in store and enjoy a well-earned caffeine boost on the house. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we
We're kicking off Thank a First Responder Day at Ishmael's in Eden. Bring the family and the whole station along for a free cuppa and sweet treats to celebrate the vital work you do every day to keep our community safe. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register
We're Celebrating First Responders! Join us for a morning of complimentary morning tea and coffees, laughter and connection to say a huge thank you to our amazing first responders. Bring along your team, family or friends and enjoy the morning at Fortem's Wellbeing Hub. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out
In Thank a First Responder Day tradition, Australia Zoo and Fortem have joined forces. We invite you to join us at Australia Zoo for a family day of fun! Check in with the Fortem Team in the morning and enjoy the entire day roaming the zoo. Make some wonderful memories with our new animal friends,
Join us for a special Thank a First Responder Day Community Breakfast. Come together with us on the CQU campus as we recognise and thank our local first responders across Townsville and surrounds. This community breakfast forms part of Fortem Australia’s national Thank a First Responder Day initiative, celebrating the dedication and service of those who
It's Thank a First Responder Day again! Come and grab a coffee and a bite to eat, and connect with other members of the first responder community. The Fortem team will be there to greet you from 9:30am to 11:30am (drop in at any point). A great way celebrate Thank a First Responder Day together!
Join us at P3 Recovery Burleigh Heads for open day as part of Thank a First Responder Day. First responders are invited to access contrast therapy and magnesium pools to relax and recharge. Please present proof of current or past employment with a Fortem-aligned service. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check
Join us for morning tea as we come together as a community to share our gratitude for first responders. Dress in teal, blue, or orange, and bring big smiles and loads of gratitude for our first responders! A gold coin donation is welcome to support health and wellbeing programs for first responders and their families.
Bring your family and the whole station down to Franco's in Bega for a free cuppa and sweet treats on Thank a First Responder Day. Let's celebrate the vital work you do every single day in support of your community. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself,
Join us for morning tea as we thank our local first responder agencies. Pol Air Aviation Command are scheduled to land a helicopter at school at 10:00am. We will also have NSW Police, NSW Ambulance, NSW Fire & Rescue, NSW Surf Life Saving, NSW Rural Fire Service, NSW State Emergency Service in attendance with vehicles
Join us for a special Thank a First Responder Day morning tea! Join us as we come together to recognise and thank our local first responders at a special morning tea hosted by Ballina RSL. This community event is part of Fortem Australia’s national Thank a First Responder Day initiative, celebrating the dedication and service
Join us for a lively mini golf experience, whether you're trying it for the first time or showing off your skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to get active and spend quality time with your partner, family, and other local first responders. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we
I’m proud to once again partner with Fortem Australia for our annual Thank a First Responder Day BBQ at Alex Surf Club. This is an opportunity for our community to come together and say thank you to the incredible men and women who serve on the front line every day, from our firies, police and
Join us for a special Thank a First Responder Day Reception. Come together with us to recognise and thank our local first responders from across Townsville at this afternoon tea, proudly supported by AVAC Services and hosted by Brothers Leagues Club. This community event forms part of Fortem Australia’s national Thank a First Responder Day initiative,
Enjoy delicious pizzas and friendly rivalry at Drift in Tathra as teams battle it out in a game of wits in celebration of Thank a First Responder Day! Partners and children are welcome to join the fun. Tables of four to six players. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who
Explore the darker side of Fremantle Prison’s history. Join our Guides in the dark as they engage you with sordid and ghastly stories. Be warned - these tours are not for the faint hearted! This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up
Experience an underground wonderland filled with natural cave formations including stalagmites, helictites, columns and shawls throughout this stunning stream cave. During the guided walk, you will discover the cave’s history, geology and unique ecosystem. Crystal Cave’s constant temperature of approximately 18 degrees Celsius makes this tour a comfortable year-round experience. This free wellbeing activity is
Experience the light, nature and wonder of Lightscape! The immersive Melbourne hit returns to transform the Botanic Gardens after dark with a reimagined trail and brand new installations. Lightscape promises to be an unmissable spectacle, make it a new tradition with family and friends. There’s no better way to celebrate winter in Melbourne! This free wellbeing
Bring your family and the whole station down to Bermi's Beachside Cafe for a free cuppa and sweet treats in celebration of Thank a First Responder Day. Let's celebrate the vital work you do every single day in support of your community. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we
Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice, where every story starts with a wish! Take a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, and friends through the timeless stories of Cinderella, Aladdin, Toy Story, and Cars, and today’s favourites including Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Enjoy a VIP wildlife experience created especially for our first responders and their families. Get up close with animals through a hands-on reptile encounter, kangaroo feeding, a visit with Arnie the koala, and a mini bird show. Light refreshments are included, with the morning offering a relaxed opportunity to connect and unwind, as part of
With the support of Eurobodalla Shire Council, celebrate Thank a First Responder Day exploring Mogo Wildlife Park! Meet up with other first responder families and enjoy a fun day learning about an amazing collection of over 200 endangered and exotic animal species. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve).
Soothe your nervous system through sound. Unwind with us in a meditative experience. Experience the healing and transformational power of sound to help regulate your nervous system. ALL experience levels are welcome. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other adult and up
If you live in the Wollongong area and would like to try Pilates, this is your opportunity! InLife Wellness and Fortem are offering 3 classes for you to try. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder families (check out who we serve). Register yourself, and up to one other person aged 16 and over.
Our new Virtual Art Class Series, running twice a month, invites you to slow down, get creative, and reconnect through art, with a beautifully curated art kit posted directly to you, including all materials needed. Each session explores a range of techniques such as watercolour and acrylic painting, pencil and pen drawing, and pastels on
Enjoy some time to connect with other parents and families while your children burn off energy in a safe, indoor environment designed for ages 0–11, featuring dedicated age zones and an on-site café. This activity offers a great opportunity to chat with other adults while the kids play. The activity is free of charge and includes
Join our Cross Stitch Workshop and discover the joy of creating beautiful, hand-stitched designs. Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this guided session covers basic techniques and pattern reading. Relax, unwind, and leave with a charming handmade piece and the confidence to keep stitching at home. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Craft and Connect is a friendly, no-pressure space to bring your unfinished projects back to life. Settle in, stitch, glue, paint or make while chatting, laughing, and sharing ideas. Enjoy dedicated creative time, gentle motivation, and good company. Open to all crafts and abilities—just bring your project. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
Craft and connect is a friendly, no-pressure space to bring your unfinished projects back to life. Settle in, stitch, glue, paint or make while chatting, laughing, and sharing ideas. Enjoy dedicated creative time, gentle motivation, and good company. Open to all crafts and abilities—just bring your project. This free wellbeing activity is for first responder
