the time has come

The time has come for us to say something about the horrific bushfires in Victoria. But, what can I say? Who has the right words for this sort of disaster? It defies description. I certainly don’t want to revel in the tragedy the way the commercial media has been. I don’t know what makes me feel sicker, the unimaginable loss of life or the way the media is clearly revelling in it.

But let’s leave that for another time. Right now we need to concentrate on helping the poor buggers caught up in this. Humans and animals alike. The entire Errol team is donating to as many of these causes as we can, and we hope you do the same. We know no one has much money to spare right now, but every little bit helps darlings. Please, be as generous as you can.

Here’s a list to help you out -

Red Cross Australia – so far they have raised over 26 million dollars from both private and corporate donations. The Red Cross has always been both organised and trustworthy in times of crisis and this time is no different.

Cricket Australia – In conjunction with the Commonwealth Bank and Channel 9, Cricket Australia has set up an appeal which has the Commonwealth Bank donating $100 for every run scored and $5,000 for six hit during the Adelaide game.

Cricket Australia have also donated $100,00 and South Australian Cricket $25,000. All the players from both teams have donated their match fees to the appeal. You know we love our cricket and we are super proud the cricketing community has banded together to make a difference.

Wildlife Victoria- It’s easy to look at the thousands of hectares of burnt out bushland and only see the human tragedy, but don’t forget countless numbers of native animals have lost their homes too. That’s if they even managed to escape in the first place.

Donate to Wildlife Victoria and they will do as much as they can to help the poor little things survive.

RSPCA Victoria- The RSPCA is one of the most worthwhile organisations you can donate to in the best of times, and now they have organised some special services to help all the animals caught up in this crisis.

With your money RSPCA Victoria will medically treat bushfire affected animals including dogs, cats, wildlife and livestock, help find emergency accomodation for displaced animals and reunite families with their lost pets.

Coles- Please do all your weekend grocery shopping at Coles this Friday. They are planning on donating all profits to Red Cross Australia.

Well there you have it kids. We can’t change what’s happened but we can help those in need. Go forth and donate!

Nova 96.9 – For Sydneysiders, the Red Cross/Nova/Linfox are working together on a blanket drive. You can drop off any blankets you wish to donate at:

- Nova 969 reception: Level 5, 33 Saunders St, Pyrmont, 8am – 6pm Weekdays

- Linfox Depot: GSK Warehouse, 1 Decker Place, Huntingwood (at rear of building) between 8am and 3pm on weekdays

(pic from www.ntnews.com.au)