Articles for Bushfire Relief

Dirranbandi residents breathe sigh of relief after homes saved, but community warned more bushfires likely this season
2 months ago

Dirranbandi residents breathe sigh of relief after homes saved, but community warned more bushfires likely this season

ABC  

Alex Debrett was jolted from her afternoon nap by the strong and bitter smell of smoke cutting into her home. For Tom O'Brien, he couldn't shake the feeling something was wrong after he noticed a "locust plague" heading straight towards him from nearby bushland. "So we packed all our animals, everything into the car and headed over the river… because …

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Bushfire relief funding is so complex, professional grant writers are being hired to help communities apply
4 years, 1 month ago

Bushfire relief funding is so complex, professional grant writers are being hired to help communities apply

ABC  

Almost a year on from the deadly summer bushfires of 2019-20, some weary communities are having to hire professional grant writers or relying on volunteers to fill out complex grant applications. Key points: The Local Economic Recovery Fund is distributing $448.5 million in partnership between federal, state, territory and local governments Residents in Cobargo, NSW now have support from a …

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Adam Lambert and Queen perform at the Fire Fight Australia bushfire relief concert in Sydney
4 years, 10 months ago

Adam Lambert and Queen perform at the Fire Fight Australia bushfire relief concert in Sydney

Daily Mail  

When Adam Lambert and Queen took to the stage at ANZ Stadium in Sydney on Sunday evening, it was an extra special event. The band wowed the crowd at the Fire Fight Australia bushfire relief concert by reprising the band's iconic 1985 Live Aid set. Adam Lambert and Queen reprised the band's iconic 1985 Live Aid set for Fire Fight …

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Bushfire Cricket Bash: Tendulkar, Lara, Ponting, Yuvraj, Gilchrist come together to raise money for relief
4 years, 10 months ago

Bushfire Cricket Bash: Tendulkar, Lara, Ponting, Yuvraj, Gilchrist come together to raise money for relief

Hindustan Times  

Brian Lara showed he still has what it takes with a stylish 30 not out as cricketing royalty helped raise money to aid Australian bushfire relief in a charity match Sunday. The West Indian legend stroked a series of lofted cover drives and straight drives, including two sixes, before retiring to give another batsman a chance in a star-studded Bushfire …

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#AuthorsForFireys campaign raises hundreds of thousands for fire relief, with Nick Cave, Cheryl Strayed, and Liane Moriarty taking part
4 years, 11 months ago

#AuthorsForFireys campaign raises hundreds of thousands for fire relief, with Nick Cave, Cheryl Strayed, and Liane Moriarty taking part

ABC  

The #AuthorsForFireys campaign has raised "hundreds of thousands" of dollars for bushfire relief and delivered "a swell of generosity and kindness" across the arts community. Key points: Authors and figures in the arts community donated items, services or their expertise for auction to raise funds for bushfire relief An organiser said the campaign had raised hundreds of thousands of dollars …

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Pia Miller, Manu Feildel and Karl Stefanovic join forces at fundraising market for bushfire relief
4 years, 11 months ago

Pia Miller, Manu Feildel and Karl Stefanovic join forces at fundraising market for bushfire relief

Daily Mail  

Pia Miller, Manu Feildel and Karl Stefanovic were among a handful of Australian stars giving their time and helping out at the KFE Market for bushfire relief on Saturday. Scroll down for video Lending their star power: Pia Miller and Manu Feildel were joined by the likes of Karl Stefanovic as they helped out at a fundraising market for bushfire …

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Australian fires: Celebrity, business and sportspeople donations hit great height for charity and bushfire relief
5 years ago

Australian fires: Celebrity, business and sportspeople donations hit great height for charity and bushfire relief

ABC  

The Australian bushfires have caused devastation across the nation due to both their ferocity and sheer scale but they've also brought out the best in people around the world, with many digging deep to help those affected. Donations for bushfire relief are approaching the $200 million mark after mining magnate Andrew Forrest announced he was tipping in $70 million in …

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Australia's biggest comedians are performing in Melbourne for bushfire relief
5 years ago

Australia's biggest comedians are performing in Melbourne for bushfire relief

Daily Mail  

The biggest names in Australian comedy are planning to hit the stage to raise funds for bushfire relief. Wil Anderson, Tom Ballard, Hannah Gadsby and Dave Hughes will be headlining Stand Up for Bushfire Relief at Melbourne's Palais Theatre on January 20. Giggles galore: The biggest names in Australian comedy are planning to hit the stage to raise much-needed funds …

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Sam Wood and Snezana Markoski raise $20,000 in donations for bushfire relief in just 24 hours
5 years ago

Sam Wood and Snezana Markoski raise $20,000 in donations for bushfire relief in just 24 hours

Daily Mail  

The Bachelor's Sam Wood and Snezana Markoski are doing their part in helping Australians affected by the devastating bushfire crisis. In just one day, the couple have raised more than $20,000 in donations via a GoFundMe fundraiser page set up by Sam's fitness company 28 By Sam Wood. Giving back: The Bachelor's Sam Wood and Snezana Snezana Markoski have raised …

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Tennis Australia to hold charity match for bushfire victims
5 years ago

Tennis Australia to hold charity match for bushfire victims

The Hindu  

A tennis exhibition event will be held in Melbourne on January 15 in a bid to raise funds for bushfire relief efforts. Tennis Australia said participating players for the AO Rally for Relief, to be played at Rod Laver Arena in the lead up to the Australian Open, would be revealed in the coming days. Tennis rallies together with 'Aces …

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Bushfire relief: How you can help frontline services and what actions hinder efforts
5 years ago

Bushfire relief: How you can help frontline services and what actions hinder efforts

ABC  

Heartbreaking footage of families losing everything as bushfires rage throughout parts of the country has left many anxious to know how they can help those affected. Key points: Monetary donations can often be one of the most useful ways to help services like charities, fire brigades and animal rescue Charities like Givit can help facilitate the distribution of material goods, …

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