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The darkness of the last couple of days has been a little overwhelming so this was a lovely reminder that where there’s life there’s light.
To donate money: The Salvation Army on 137 258 or the Red Cross on 1800 811 700.
The Victorian Government has established a registration process for people wanting to volunteer in bushfire relief. To register as a volunteer go to the Go Volunteer Victorian Appeal website or call the Volunteering Australia hotline on 1300 366 356.
To help with wildlife rescue please contact Wildlife Victoria.
To offer help with stock fodder and agistment contact the Victorian Farmers Federation
You can also offer horse agistment and hay through the Triple R Equine Welfare Crisis Network, who are also helping with animal transport.
For offers of accommodation for small animals please contact Animal Aid
Wildlife Rescue and Protection Incorporated are also seeking donations to help them rescue burnt and injured animals in the Boolarra and Mirboo North Areas of Gippsland. For more information visit the WRAP website.
To make a blood donation call 131 495 http://www.donateblood.com.au/
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Awesome video, Katie.
Comment by Gavin Heaton February 11, 2009 @ 3:41 amSuggest people also speak with their employers … many are doing dollar-for-dollar donations.
the white agency is one of those employers! it was one of the easiest decisions ever…..
Comment by katiechatfield February 11, 2009 @ 3:42 amKatie,
Comment by Luc Debaisieux February 11, 2009 @ 11:11 pmThis video is touching. So are your words “…where there’s life, there’s light”. Thank you for sharing. God bless the people who suffered and still do after the wildfires.
Great blog and hope to have some time soon to come back and read more!
Comment by rider February 16, 2009 @ 11:59 pm