A Community Unites

The bushfire emergency in Tenterfield had assistance from firefighters from almost every state and territory.  When the smoke cleared the devastation surrounding Tenterfield was evident however the impact could have been worse if it hadn't been for those who fought tirelessly to save our community.  Every direction you take it is clear what a fantastic job the firefighters did to save home after home from being destroyed.  Unfortunately, some families lost their homes, cattle and feed for stock and fencing. 

 

Support has been received with Aussie Hay Runners arriving on Tuesday 14 November with 20 trucks, 3 loads already delivered to Tabulam and Tenterfield. Another 25 trucks will arrive next week.  This continuous run will see 45 trucks travelling a total of 132,120 kilometers, carrying 1,620 bales of premium hay valued at $153,900 – directly helping farmers, their families and our community from the recent devastating fires.

 

The local school children showed their appreciation by doing drawings & writing messages of thanks which were placed in the firefighter's lunches. This gesture was well received & gave the exhausted crews a much-needed lift to continue fighting. 

Thank you to Tenterfield Lions Club for all they are doing for the community and all the other organisations and individuals who have given their time to assit.