Donations to Premier’s Flood Appeal continue to flow

Premier Anna Bligh has praised Queenslanders for digging deep as donations to the Flood Appeal continue to flow.

“It is now $6.159 million and the donations continue to come in,” she said.

“Students from Jimboomba State School had a free dress day to raise $1,110 while students at Caloundra City School managed to raise $1,700 in the same way.

“The efforts of these two schools perfectly represents how the Queensland community has dug deep to help the victims of these incredible floods.

“So many ordinary people have been moved by this natural disaster and they have risen to the occasion in a way that can make all Queenslanders proud.”

The Premier said business had also played a big roll in making the Flood appeal such a huge success.

“This week we received a cheque for $25,000 from Caltex and we have received large donations from many companies and businesses across the State,” she said.

“Thanks to them and to all 19,614 donors thus far.”

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

Others include; Felix resources (staff and company) $71,750, CSR Limited $50,000, Bank of Queensland $50,000, Gold Coast City Council, Adventist Development and Relief Agency Trust, Logan City Council $30,000, Caltex, Queensland Hotel Association, AWB Ltd $25,000, Sunshine Coast regional Council $20,000, Data #3 $11250, and Eric Donald Aldridge, the Australian Credit Union and Mr I. and Mr M. Howard-Smith each donated $10,000.

“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 nine weeks. All donations are tax deductible and distribution of the funds will be undertaken by the Red Cross.

Media: Premier’s Office 3224 4500