Queensland Premier Anna Bligh says

‘THANKS’

to all involved in the fund-raising today’s simultaneous Sydney and Melbourne Sound Relief Concerts.

“The thoughtfulness of those performing and those attending is greatly appreciated,” said Ms Bligh.

Fifty per cent of the profits raised from the Sydney concert is being forwarded to the Premier’s North and North-West Flood Appeal.

The State Government launched the Appeal on February 6 with $500,000. Major donors so far include: the PNG Government $1 million, Commonwealth Government $500,000, Rio Tinto $250,000, Woolworths $150,000, Queensland Gas Company and Newcastle Region Natural Disaster Relief Fund Trust, $100,000.

No donation – whether it be $20 or $2 – is too small. Every dollar will be directed toward helping victims.

“You can donate to the Premier’s Disaster Relief Appeal Fund at any of the big banks including the Commonwealth, Westpac, NAB, ANZ, 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.

The Appeal will remain open for at least another 10 weeks. All donations are tax deductible and distribution of the funds will be undertaken by the Red Cross.

Media contact: Premier’s Office’s 3224 4500