Help Support Australian Wildfire Victims

Our thoughts and sympathies go out to the people who reside in the areas directly affected by the Victorian bushfires.

There are fundraising efforts here in the US and aboard. Please see the following information regarding events being held in the Midwest in support of those affected by the devastating bushfires in Victoria. Donations to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund can be made by visiting the website at: http://a4.eservicesesp.com/cts/click?q=87;32639;QS04iwmk7mNDi%2FwsqWnlwK...

CHICAGO - Fund Raising Benefit

As a result of the recent tragic bushfires across Victoria, a fund raising benefit will be held on Tuesday the 17th of February at the new Feast Restaurant & Bar on the Gold Coast at 25 E. Delaware, Chicago, IL 60611 from 6:30 – 8:30pm. Monies raised will go to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal 2009.

If any businesses or individuals are willing to donate goods or services for a raffle and or auction, it would be greatly appreciated. Please contact Scott Adlington at scott.adlington@invest.vic.gov.au or 312 332 0862.

Please save the date and stay tuned for more details.

MILWAUKEE - Quilts For Bushfire Survivors

Julie Upton is setting up a working bee in the Milwaukee area to make quilts for victims of the bushfires. If you would like to lend a hand either by joining the working bee, working from home or getting a group together in your area, please call or email Julie on 262 747 9469 or julie_upton@ charter.net.

AFL Australia – NAB Cup Bushfire Appeal Match

Western Bulldogs v Essendon

This Friday, 8:40pm - Telstra Dome

http://a4.eservicesesp.com/cts/click?q=87;32639;QS04iwmk7mP3AEVh2kRCr68y...

No matter which team you barrack for, we are encouraging all football supporters to join as one to support this game and to support those communities who are trying to deal with the loss of friends, family and neighbors.

FIND OUT MORE AT:

http://a4.eservicesesp.com/cts/click?q=87;32639;QS04iwmk7mMA4jLBoRtGN68y...

For people overseas enquiring about family and friends in the bushfire affected areas, please call +61 3 9328 3716 or +61 8 9225 8880.

- Office Manager