Flood event raises $4000

A local tavern has raised over $4000 in a fundraiser for Queensland flood victims held on Sunday, February 6.

Around 200 people flocked to Empire Bay Tavern to support the cause and participated in the raffle, purchased from the barbecue and had their faces painted.

"We had donations from over 20 different local businesses and we held a great raffle with 40 plus prizes," said licensee Mr Andrew Mathers.

"A few of the fathers and locals jumped on the barbecue and the teachers and mothers from Empire Bay Public School did face painting," he said.

"An interesting twist to the day that started at 2:30pm was that at 3:30pm we had a blackout.

"The power wasn't restored until after 6pm but we battled through with a small generator for the musician and a lot of hard work from staff and the army of helpers on the day.

"Everyone had a great day and considering the blackout raised a substantial amount of money for Queensland," he said.

Email, 15 Feb 2011 Andrew Mathers, Empire Bay Tavern