The MidCoast community is thanking BlazeAid volunteers for supporting flood and bushfire recovery efforts since 2019.
"We want to thank BlazeAid for their extraordinary work and commitment to the MidCoast region," said MidCoast Council's Director of Liveable Communities, Paul De Szell.
BlazeAid builds boundary fencing in flood and bushfire affected areas. On the MidCoast, they have worked at Oxley and Mitchells Islands, Ghinni Ghinni, Krambach and Caffreys Flat.
Over 25 kilometres of fencing has been rebuilt on 35 properties in the last 12 months alone.
BlazeAid is a volunteer-based organisation that works with families and individuals after natural disasters.
They work with local families to help to rebuild fences and other structures damaged or destroyed by fires and floods.
Some of the country they are working on is so steep that access is difficult even via four-wheel drive.
The volunteers often work in a disaster-affected areas for many months. Their work helps individuals and families and rebuilds local communities.
Volunteers help lift the spirits of people who are often facing their second or third disaster event. The MidCoast has seen several floods after years of drought and devastating bushfires.
"We acknowledge both the physical help BlazeAid has provided and the mental health support they have given to local families," said Mr De Szell.
MidCoast Council supported BlazeAid's stay by organising locations for volunteers to camp and securing funding through Resilience NSW to cover all camp costs.
"Thank you to the Oxley Island Hall committee for hosting BlazeAid's final camp," added Mr De Szell.
To volunteer with BlazeAid at one of their camps across the country, or to learn more about the organisation visit: https://blazeaid.com.au/
