The Northern Star, 19 November 2019:
As bushfires continue to ravage communities across NSW, many people are wanting to know how they can assist those impacted by this ongoing disaster.
While many community groups including sporting and service clubs have stepped up, there are still opportunities for individuals to help in various ways.
1. Donate money
There are several charities accepting donations including the Australian Red Cross, the Salvation Army Disaster Appeal (or donate at any Woolworths checkout) or to Vinnies. Make sure you’re giving to a reputable organisation so all the funds go where they’re needed.
2. Give blood
The region’s blood banks need more blood and plasma donations. If you can’t afford to give money, then donating blood is a great option. While there are some conditions such as age, this is a great option. Book an appointment by phoning 131495.
3. Helping wildlife
The NSW Wildlife Information, Rescue and Education Service is accepting donations to help its efforts in supporting displaced and injured wildlife affected by the fires.
4. First responder
You can join a local emergency services group as a volunteer. Consider joining your local Rural Fire Service brigade or State Emergency Service unit, while organisations such as the Country Women’s Association and Red Cross have many different opportunities to help communities facing tough times.
5. Community
Be a good neighbour. Check on people not only living nearby, but also in your social, sporting and community groups. Take the time to be kind. Make time to boil the kettle and listen. Many people are feeling the effects of the bushfires even if they are not in an area which has been burned. A great example is the Ewingar Rising concert from November 22-24, which has been organised by a wide cross-section of residents to support their burned-out community.
The Daily Examiner, 19 November 2019:
The Lower Clarence Community Choir will present its annual Spring Concert with performances in the Maclean Civic Hall at 2pm on Saturday, November 23 and St James Church, Yamba at 2pm on Sunday, November 24.
The choir and Maclean Music Ensemble have prepared music by Handel, Schubert, Offenbach, Tchaikovsky and Smetana, plus folk songs, popular songs and music from stage shows.
Sister Anne Gallagher will as usual be wielding the baton and the accompanist is again Gwen Berman. The choir and ensemble are fortunate to be led by two such esteemed musicians.
Both the choir and the ensemble have grown in size since last year, largely because the members enjoy making music together.
Proceeds from the performances will go to the Westpac Helicopter Rescue Service, Maclean Hospital Auxiliary and Rural Fire Service; three institutions that serve the local community so generously.
Tickets will cost $15, $12 (concession) and school children are free. Afternoon tea will be available for $4.
For further information, contact the president, Connie de Dassel, on 0409476425.
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