Tassie's horde of helpers

Written By Unknown on Rabu, 09 Januari 2013 | 17.12

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EVEN as efforts to extinguish Tasmania's devastating bushfires continue an army of volunteers has been mobilised to look after the needs of those affected by the crisis.

Up and down the worst-hit area, in the state's south-east, people have turned out to give what they can to help ease the pain.

A pony club ground in Sorell has become a clearing house for fodder and first-aid supplies for livestock and pets.

Trucks and utes piled high with much-needed goods today drove to and from places such as Connellys Marsh, Forcett, and points further down the Arthur Highway.

Organisers said they were keen to get hold of more square bales of hay and pre-paid fuel cards to keep the trucks rolling as well as fencing supplies to help contain wandering stock.

Depots have been set up at Gretna and at Pembroke Park in Sorell, where donations can be made.

Emma Pearce, of Forcett, said she was happy to do what she could to help others.

"We got out of the danger zone ourselves so we are just helping everyone else," she said.

"It's been a very hectic five days."

At the Old Murdunna Post Office, Rainer Minty was presiding over a shop with a difference – there was not a single price-tag on any of his goods.

Mr Minty said people had been bringing in necessities during the past few days and demand had been strong.

"The response has been fantastic," he said.

"The hay appears continuously, the supplies come in continuously.

"People come in tinnies and in runabouts.

"It has been great. I am just glad I can give something back."

He said the items most in need in his area were lantern batteries, butane stove cartridges, candles, bottled water and torches.


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