unless you’ve been living under a rock, you would have heard of the devastation that Victoria has experienced in the recent bush fire troubles. it has been a really traumatic time for the victims and their families, and it has definitely been a very tough experience to the CFA who are valiantly trying to battle and contain the fires.
bush animals are also seriously affected, with scores of animals being burnt.
but beneath all the animals that have been lost or have suffered burns, we also need to remember that this tragedy also has a human dimension to it. a click point of your browser to websites like The Age will show you the human side of devestation and tragedy that Victorians have experienced.
donation drives have been started by many organisations, and I urge you people to donate some money to them in order to aid in the rebuilding efforts. if you are based in Australia, donate through your local banks or post office. shops like Coles and Trampoline will also be offering all profits from sales that take place on the 13th of February to the Red Cross Bush Fire Appeal.
if you’re not based in Australia, you can use a credit card to donate a minimum of $5 to the appeal. the donation is done through a secure website hosted on the Red Cross website itself. the website also contains information pertaining to the appeal can be found here, and the donation links can be found here. just to give you an incentive to donate if you’re a Singaproean, the Singapore dollar is actually slightly stronger than the Australian dollar now. so you are giving away less for more, and to people who may need it more than you.
more information pertaining to how you can help can be found in the quote belowed, taken from the News.com.au site
You can donate to the Red Cross State Government Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund by clicking on the link.
Phone: 1800 811 700
Go to any NAB, ANZ, Westpac or Commonwealth Bank branch
Go to any Bunnings store
Make a direct deposit to the Victorian Bushfire Relief Fund
BSB 082-001, Account number 860-046-797Australia Post will donate $1 million to the bushfire relief fund and collect donations in more than 4000 post offices across the country.
Managing Director Graeme John said people will be able to donate immediately at Australia Post outlets.
Another appeal set up is the Myer Bushfire Appeal. All proceeds will go to the Salvation Army. Donate at any Victorian Myer store
even if you do not want to donate for whatever reasons, keep the victims and their families in your prayers. they need them now in their darkest hours.
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