Surf clubs raise $10,000

Killcare, Ocean Beach and Umina surf clubs contributed to the Surf Life Saving Central Coast Victorian bushfire appeal fund recently.

A total amount of $10,000 was raised for the appeal.

"Surf Life Saving Central Coast has thrown its support behind volunteers and victims of the Victorian bushfires by urging its members to donate to a special fund," branch CEO Mr Chad Griffith said.

"With countless Victorian communities devastated, and the rest of the country still in shock over the worst natural disaster in Australia's history, the Central Coast branch has asked its affiliated clubs to support by contributing $600 each and the branch $1000."

Branch president Mr Jim Myers said all surf lifesavers appreciated the beauty and danger of nature, but few would have encountered the natural ferocity unleashed on Victoria.

"Surf lifesavers have always had a great sense of community spirit, which is why we encouraged our clubs to donate to the appeal," Mr Myers said.

"This is an example of volunteers helping volunteers at a time of extreme need."

Surf Life Saving Australia has also asked its members to donate to the Surf Life Saving Australia Member Appeal for the Victorian bushfire community.

For more information visit www.slscc.com.au

Press release, 18 Feb 2009 Chad Griffith, Surf Life Saving Central Coast