GSA Bushfire Response

Picture from the Red Cross Website

The Councillors, Office-Bearers and Staff of GSA have been shocked and dismayed at the devastation and loss of life resulting from bushfires across Victoria over the last week. Along with hundreds of innocent victims, whom we mourn, we also understand that one University of Melbourne students and two staff members have been killed.

We strongly encourage graduate students to assist in whatever way possible.

The GSA has already donated $5000 to the Bushfire Appeal fund, and we suggest that graduate students might be able to help in the following ways: Donate Money Donations of money to support those affected by the fires can be made via the Victorian Bushfires 2009 Appeal which has been launched by the Premier of Victoria John Brumby, in partnership with the Red Cross and the Federal Government.

Donations can be made through the Red Cross by phoning 1800 811 700 or using the secure online donations form at: http://www.redcross.org.au/vic/services_emergencyservices_victorian-bushfires-appeal-2009.htm

Donate Blood

Blood donations from eligible donors are being sought by the Red Cross Blood Service. You can make an appointment to give blood by calling 13 14 95 Monday to Friday. More information about blood donations and eligibility and locations of blood donation centres are at the Red Cross Blood Service website: http://www.donateblood.com.au/