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25.01.2022 We’re not crying. You’re crying!
25.01.2022 With bushfires still raging across Australia and the phenomenal response to this national catastrophe fresh in our minds, we can’t help but wonder what’s to come for our beautiful country. Often, uncertainty can paralyse us. But, as seen in recent weeks as we've witnessed right here in Wagga it can also lead us to act. For us, action *IS* telling stories, especially as we know that our stories can educate, inspire, provide hope, fortify and unite us in new and important w...ays. That’s why the next edition of We Are Wagga Wagga will be focused on sustainability how we as a community meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs. If you have a great yarn about individuals, groups, organisations embodying the spirit, talking the talk, walking the walk or simply keeping a firm eye on sustainable practice, we want to hear about it. It could be a story about culture, the environment, community, business, or personal commitment. Our only parameter is that the stories must relate to what the people of Wagga are doing now to ensure future generations can not only survive but thrive in our fantastic hometown. Just head to our website to suggest a story or message us here on Facebook. www.we-are.net.au/getinvolved
24.01.2022 We’ve been talking with our friends at Lifeblood about their important work. They tell us that, thankfully, the bushfires have had minimal impact on the Lifeblood donor centres, with all centres able to maintain their usual operating hours. But the need for 29,000 blood donations each week continues, so if you’re able to donate, book an appointment here: https://don8blood.com/2ZQF9DO ... They also shared with us stories of some of the tireless work their colleagues at Australian Red Cross have done to provide disaster relief and recovery funds to people affected by the bushfires. You can read about their amazing work here: https://www.redcross.org.au/news//your-donations-in-action
24.01.2022 Right now, people are searching for ways they can help. One idea is to regularly donate blood. Every donation can help save three lives, and you can donate blood, plasma or platelets each used for different medical treatments.... To find out if you’re eligible to donate, or to book an appointment, visit www.donateblood.com.au. We recommend a milkshake and a pack of pretzels after you’re done!
23.01.2022 You might remember Chris Harmer from our very first edition of We Are. Chris and his wife Carol have two children with Phelan McDermid Syndrome, and we spoke to them about their experiences with Kurrajong Waratah. Chris was quick to support our fledgling magazine and we will always be grateful for his generosity in sharing his family's story. It was clear from our first encounter that Chris is a loving family man and a proud member of the Wagga community. We are sad to learn ...that Chris has recently been diagnosed with brain cancer and we want to send our love and support to the Harmers during this difficult time. We also encourage you to consider showing your support for a beautiful Wagga family in need via this Go Fund Me page, established to help make things a bit easier financially. https://www.gofundme.com/f/chrisHarmersbattlewithbraincancer
17.01.2022 The current climate of fires, drought and heat events has put untold stress on our native animals. Still very much in an active fire situation, it’s early days for finding injured wildlife, but WIRES carers are heartened by donations that have been rolling in. WIRES bat coordinator Glenda Pym said this is a time for assembling resources and getting the details of people who can help.... It’s an evolving situation and we won’t really know what we’re dealing with until we are permitted onto the fire ground, and that could be weeks away. But people have been so overwhelmed with what’s happening that they need to do something tangible and practical now. We’ve had a young couple make three possum boxes, and other people making water fountains out of poly pipe. On Monday, Calvary Hospital called me about donating out of date IV fluids, syringes, bandages, drop sheets for feeding areas, wound irrigation, tape, padding, wadding. Carers usually pay for these items out of their own pockets, so donations like this free up their funds to do other things. In context of the fires, people can do the following things: Make a donation to the WIRES Emergency Fund: www.wires.org.au/donate/emergency-fund. Keep an eye open for wildlife in trouble. If you see one, take a photo of it and the location and call WIRES 13 000 WIRES (1300 094 737). Follow wildlife rescue organisations on social media. Get your craft on make Mumma rolls and other wildlife craft items (there are loads of patterns online) and donate them. If you have other donations, reach out to Glenda: [email protected] More on the wonderful work of WIRES tomorrow.
15.01.2022 Voices lifted in song. Just beautiful.
12.01.2022 This little guy is Mr 66, who has not been feeling too well and is in the care of a WIRES volunteer, Maria. If you come across an injured animal while travelling around our region, here are a few pointers: 1. Only stop if it’s safe for you to do so. You must ensure your own safety first.... 2. Be aware that wild animals will be stressed. They are going to see you as a threat, so be certain you are equipped and confident before attempting to approach it. 3. If not, take a photograph of the animal and its location and ring it in to 13 000 WIRES (1300 094 737). Note that most animals will need to be returned as close as possible to where they were found. 4. If you can collect the animal safely, call WIRES and seek advice. If the WIRES line is busy and you can’t wait for a response, take the animal to a veterinarian. Don’t try to feed or water the animal. 5. Make your car (or your home if there is a delay seeking help) as quiet and dark as possible. Covering helps reduce the animal’s stress.
09.01.2022 Important announcement from the Kildare Bushfire Donation Centre:
07.01.2022 Meet Dexta and his owner Ken. Dexta is a six-month-old purebred Kelpie who has been staying at the animal evacuation centre in Wagga since last Friday when he was evacuated from Tumbarumba. Dexta is one of 400+ animals who have been accommodated at the evacuation centre at Wagga Showgrounds.... Ken said Dexta and his three ISA Brown chooks have been well looked after. It’s absolutely awesome to have somewhere safe to bring my animals. Dexta has never been away from home, so this has been new for him. I’m just about to take him for a walk. If you’re looking for ways to help the animals at the centre and those affected by the bushfires, the best thing to do is to consider donating to animal welfare groups such as RSPCA or WIRES.
07.01.2022 Shout out to Kooringal High School and all those involved in their bushfire relief appeal. Students, staff and volunteers collected items for back-to-school packs for students who have lost their homes in the recent fires. The response was huge with 500 packs loaded with everything these students will need to return to school.... And it’s not too late to help. Monetary donations are still being accepted. Details in the post below. Well done to all!
06.01.2022 There is no point sugar coating the fact that many animals have suffered as a result of these fires. But landholders are not on their own. The NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) and Local Land Services (LLS) are helping landholders and communities with animal welfare-related issues resulting from bushfires. As well as providing care for the animals in evacuation centres, they are also providing emergency fodder and water for stock, animal assessment and veterinary ass...istance, livestock feeding and management advice and stock euthanasia and burial assistance. For concerns about pets, companion animals, wildlife or livestock, people are urged to call the Agriculture and Animal Services Hotline on 1800 814 647. **PLEASE SHARE THIS INFORMATION** Keep an eye on Riverina Local Land Services and Murray Local Land Services for more information.
02.01.2022 While we are still in an active fire situation now, there will be a time when people are allowed back into fire-affected areas. That’s when WIRES volunteers will swing into action, setting up feeding stations and looking for injured animals. Farmers returning to their land will be particularly helpful as the eyes and ears on the ground, as wildlife may have moved from the bush onto their properties and could be caught in fencing.... Over the coming months, people will be needed to restock feed stations. They can also donate items needed to treat sick and injured animals and create things like Mumma rolls and nests (pictured). As WIRES member Glenda Pym said, Our animals have been touched by fire, smoke, drought and heat events. Lots of mothers have delayed having babies or have abandoned their young when their milk supplies are inadequate. There will be many, many animals in need of resources, not just on our doorstep but across the state and beyond. That’s why funds and goods are needed. They are going to need to stretch a very, very long way. For more information on how you can help, please contact Glenda on [email protected].
