PREMIER BLIGH LAUNCHES STORM RELIEF APPEAL FUND WITH $500,000

The Queensland Government has launched an appeal fund to help the people of Brisbane’s suburbs belted in Sunday’s freak storm.

“I urge everyone to dig deep and help Queenslanders who have suffered in the devastation wreaked by the storm,” Premier Anna Bligh said this afternoon.

“From tomorrow they can donate to the Premier’s Disaster Relief Appeal Fund at any of the big four banks (Commonwealth, Westpac, NAB, and ANZ) and at Suncorp Metway and the Bank of Queensland.

Cheques can be made out to the Premier’s Disaster Relief Appeal Fund.

“Or donors can contact the Smart Services Queensland Call Centre on 1800 173 349 with their credit card details. This line will be open 24 hours a day.

“I’m sure everyone is saddened by the storm’s devastation, suffering and hardship; but Queenslanders have a great reputation for chipping-in and helping a mate in need,” she said.

“No donation is too small. Every dollar will help victims.”

Ms Bligh said the appeal would remain open for at least three months.

Distributions will again be undertaken by Red Cross.

All donations of $2.00 or more to the appeal will be tax deductible.

Contact: Premier’s Office 3224 4500