In solidarity

Supporting the Victorian Bushfire Appeal

Whether a small or generous gesture, help in donation or in kind, there’s many ways you can continue to help those who have been affected by the devastating Victoria bushfires. Deeply saddened by the tragedy, individuals and communities across the globe have banded together to help our fellow Australians.

FASHION EVENT: One day 20% of all Sambag sales donations
WHEN: Friday 20 February
WHERE: All Sambag stores and Sambag online
DONATION: 20% of all sales in all stores and online on Friday 20 February
IN SUPPORT OF: The Victoria Bushfire Victims Appeal

FASHION EVENT: One day 10% of all Cue sales donations
WHEN: Tuesday 17 February
WHERE: All Cue Clothing Co. stores
DONATION: 10% of all sales in all stores on Tuesday 17 February
IN SUPPORT OF: The Myer Bushfire Appeal

ENTERTAINMENT EVENT: Sony Music Bushfire Aid Compilation CD featuring twenty tracks from artists such as Midnight Oil, Hoodoo Gurus, Powderfinger as well as international acts like Bruce Springsteen, Beyonce, Dido and Billy Joel.
WHEN: From this week
WHERE: Music stores nationally
DONATION: Both Australian and International artists have donated their tracks and royalties, the CD manufacturer has waived production costs, CD sales proceeds donation
IN SUPPORT OF: Salvation Army Bushfire Appeal

FITNESS EVENT: A DPM Performance fatblast group training session strength and circuit style. Bring water, going ahead rain or shine.
WHEN: Wednesday 18 February, 1.15pm – 2pm
WHERE: Observatory Hill, The Rocks
DONATION: $20 or greater in cash
IN SUPPORT OF: The Red Cross – Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund
RSVP: email Daniel Munday to register and pledge

ENTERTAINMENT EVENT: Singer Songwriter and Publicity Monster Industry Charity Event bringing together artists, celebrities and the supporters in the industry.
WHEN: Wednesday 18 February, 7.30pm until late
WHERE: Piano Room Corner Kings Cross & Darlinghurst Road Potts Point
DONATION: Funds via raffles, auctions and donations
IN SUPPORT OF: The Red Cross – Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund 2009
NOTES: $50,000 worth of items to be auctioned during evening – think 6 course meal cooked by chef Pete Evans, MP4 Players and Christopher Hanna makeover and photo shoot.  Bring your cash and cheque books.
RSVP: Industry charity event

ENTERTAINMENT EVENT: Bushfire Benefit Night. Free sausage sizzle, a live band and local fire-fighters collecting donations on the night.
WHEN: Thursday 19 February, 6pm – 12am
WHERE: The Sackville Hotel, 599 Darling Street Rozelle
DONATION: $1 per Tooheys / Fosters beer sold on the night
IN SUPPORT OF: The Red Cross – Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund 2009
RSVP: Just turn up

ENTERTAINMENT EVENT: Cream Tangerine fundraiser
Confirmed acts, all of whom have all donated their time, include Carl Kennedy, B.E.N.I. (Riot in Belgium), Knife Machine and local favourites Bondi House DJs, LC & Push Play. Drink tokens for two open-air cocktail bars, canapés, and a chance to win great prizes on offer. Play in the newly arrived ‘Tangerine Tub’ spa.
WHEN: Wednesday 18 February, doors open at 7pm
WHERE: Cream Tangerine – Corner Curlewis & Campbell Parade Bondi Beach (Swiss Grand Hotel)
DONATION: Guests $10 minimum donation, all profits donated from the bar
IN SUPPORT OF: The Red Cross – Victorian Bushfire Appeal Fund 2009
RSVP: 02 930 08471 or email

ONLINE SHOP EVENT: Etsy OzBushfireAppeal’s Shop.
More than 200 handcrafted items to purhase with free international shipping. New items listed almost around the clock.
WHEN: Now and for as long as people keep donating and buying
WHERE: Etsy online
DONATION: sales proceeds from all items, more than $10,000 raised so far
IN SUPPORT OF: Australian Red Cross

You can donate cash at Red Cross, Wesley Mission, The Salvation Army or volunteer your time and skills at Go Volunteer.

Yours, in solidarity.

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