We would like to express our deepest sympathy and support to all those communities affected by the terrible wildfires. Words cannot describe the devastating losses that have occurred over the weekend under the worst fire conditions Victoria has ever experienced.
Many Country Greens, friends and supporters have suffered or are still fighting fires.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the communities still under threat.
A huge thanks to all the volunteers, CFA, emergency workers and everyone who has worked so hard endeavoring to protect our communities. The bravery and dedication of our firefighters has been enormous and is ongoing.
Victorian communities have responded with a magnificent compassionate outpouring of support, funds, goods and assistance.
We encourage everyone to offer assistance where they can, to donate money to Victoria Bushfire relief fund www.redcross.org.au or 1800 811 700, to consider giving blood (131 495) in a few weeks as the supply is good at the moment.
Clothes, blankets or furniture can be donated to your nearest Salvation Army or other charity collection point.
To donate accommodation contact the Victorian Bushfire Public Accommodation Donation Line on 1800 006 468. 8am - 8pm.
To volunteer time and skills call Go Volunteer on 1300 366 356 or www.volunteeringaustralia.org/volunteer To offer horse agistment contact Triple R Equine Welfare Crisis Network on 0431 674 114 or http://triplerequinewelfare.org
To donate fodder contact the Victorian Farmers Federation on 1300 882 833 or www.vff.org.au
To help accomodate small animals contact Animal Aid http://www.animalaid.com.au,
To help with wildlife rescue contact Wildlife Rescuers http://www.wildliferescuers.org.au/index.html
Wendy Radford Louis Delacretaz
Country Greens Victoria Network