Red clothes, red hair and of course red noses were everywhere at Dubbo South Public School on Thursday
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The school took part in Red Nose Day to raise awareness of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
Organised by student Mali Hopkins-Davies, the day included discos, nose painting, colouring in competitions and a cake stall.
Mali said she wanted the school and the wider community to proudly wear their red noses.
"I want people to donate a little bit of money to Red Nose Day because it helps families in need through difficult times. It's a good cause to go to and we've had some experience in our family," Mali said.
In the past fortnight she's been organising everything needed to make the event a successful fundraiser.
"It's for school because I can't do as much outside but it would be good for everyone in the community to join in," Mali said.
Principal Sharon Murray said it was really important for the school to support Mali and the cause.
"I think lots of families and kids aren't aware what this day means. They're always wearing silly noses and following the Wiggles but no one really knows what's behind it so I think this is a good way to bring it home and show how many families are affected," she said.
Dubbo paramedics Ric Jones and Michael Edwards are also hoping to make the community aware of Red Nose Day with magnetic red noses on the ambulances.
Mr Jones said the ambulance officers understood how devastating SIDS was to those who came into contact with it and they were very pleased to support Mali.
He said it was something he hoped the whole community could get involved with.
Red Nose Day was officially held on June 24. More information about the day or SIDS for Kids can be found at www.rednoseday.com.au.