Money for helicopter service

St Hubert's Island residents raised more than $700 for a rescue helicopter service as part of St Patrick's Day celebrations on March 17.

St Hubert's Island Residents Association president Mr Ron Spratt said the day was not only a fun day for locals who attended but proved to be a successful fundraising effort.

"The community turned out in force with 80 people attending over the period of several hours," Mr Spratt said.

"The day was a most enjoyable one which contributed more than $700 to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service through gold coin donations and raffle ticket sales.

"Prizes for the raffles were donated by St Hubert's Island beautician Karen Austin, Neville and Marilyn Smith; and Ken and Astrid Lummis.

"The idea for the fundraiser came after a presentation to St Hubert's Island Residents Association general meeting last year by Shannon O'Hagan community liaison officer of Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.

Press release, 18 Mar 2009 Ron Spratt, St Hubert's Island Residents Association