BlazeAid – the volunteer group which has been helping South Burnett farmers repair fences in the wake of this year’s floods – has received a boost in the form of food and fuel cards to the value of $3300.
The cards, donated by Coles and Caltex, were presented to co-ordinators Paul and Alison Mortenson by Gympie Regional Council Deputy Mayor Trevor Perrett in Goomeri last Thursday.
“This donation represents approximately two months’ worth of fuel that BlazeAid has already spent in the local area,” Mr Mortenson said.
“BlazeAid also received a donation of $5000 in memory of the late Thelma Alder.
“A number of other donations have been given to BlazeAid to cover their substantial operating costs.
“Every one big or small is very much appreciated, as it allows us to continue to help our Aussie farmers. Thank you to all concerned.”
Mr Mortenson said 132kms of fences have now been cleaned and 118km repaired or replaced; 23 farms are still being worked on.
“We expect that the final day on the farms will be Monday, June 24, after which the camp will be packed up and closed,” he said.
“Volunteers will return to their homes to resume their normal lives knowing that they have helped many farmers.”
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