Andrew Warton

Northern Territory 2025

One night isn't a lot, but it can make a whole lot of difference

In the past, I’ve slept under the tropical skies of Darwin—at East Point Reserve and the historic Fannie Bay Gaol—as part of the CEO Sleepout, raising funds and awareness for homelessness in the Northern Territory.

This year, from the heat of Darwin to the coldest place on Earth, I’m taking the challenge to a new extreme. Down here in Antarctica, I lead a team of expeditioners and support critical scientific research through the harsh Antarctic winter—a unique and demanding environment, and I’m determined to keep showing my commitment to the CEO Sleepout.

On the night of 19 June, I’ll brave temperatures that could reach -30°C to stand in solidarity with those facing homelessness. The exact way I’ll sleep outside is still being finalised—options range from building an igloo to using an Antarctic-grade tent—but whatever the arrangement, the purpose remains the same.

All funds I raise will go directly back to the Northern Territory, where Vinnies continues to do incredibly important work supporting people who are doing it tough. This is about standing with them, raising awareness, and helping fund the practical support services that change lives.

As a proud Territorian, I’m honoured to support Vinnies NT—even from the icy heart of Antarctica.

So far this year I helped provide

1

Individual support programs

5

Beds

20

Meals

Funds raised over the years

Latest Donations

$20

Diane Chanut

Good on ya Andy! Layer those thermals on!

$50

Sangeeta L

Amazing effort Andy!

$80.25

Dani Yannopoulos

Good on you Andy stay warm!!

$22.58

Anna

amazing effort Andy!

$50

Dan Wilkins

$54.12

Dave And Kas Hobday

You've taken this sleepover to the max and we think you are amazing!! Well done Andy.

$126.62

Jo

Good luck sleeping in those conditions! I admire your willingness to undertake it!

$54.12

Brett Booth (bip)

Probably the guy doing the toughest sleep out this year! Total respect to you man and so many people out there thank you for your efforts raising these funds which will make their lives that much easier. Legend mate!

$80.25

Marjorie Warton

So good you are continuing to support this cause despite being so far away from Darwin.

$80.25

Ali Mulder

Great to see you doing this from Antarctica this year! What a champion. 💙