In recognition of the lifesaving work paramedics and first responders provide the Heyfield area, the Sambain Chalet Committee of Management has made a generous donation to the local ambulance Auxiliary.
After operating the Sambain Chalet huts in Tamboritha in the Alpine National Park for 42 years, the Committee of Management decided to relinquish the lease, with a portion of the existing funds going to Heyfield Ambulance Auxiliary.
Sambain Chalet Committee of Management member Max Harrup presented Heyfield Ambulance Auxiliary Secretary Val Cox with the donation.
Throughout the years the huts welcomed many students, families and adventurers who would stay at the facilities while immersing themselves in nature.
The Heyfield Ambulance Auxiliary, run by local volunteers, was one of six local organisations to receive a donation.
Auxiliaries play an integral role in providing their local branches and community with equipment and education, in addition to raising community awareness of Ambulance Victoria (AV) and the work our people do.
Tamboritha Committee of Management representative Glenn Loechel said the committee wanted to give back to the local community.
"We chose to donate to Heyfield Ambulance Auxiliary because the native timber industry is closing down so we thought the community could use a boost," he said.
Heyfield Auxiliary Secretary Val Cox said she was blown away by the generosity of the donation.
"The donation will help support paramedics and ACOs to continue to deliver best-quality care across Heyfield and nearby communities," she said.
"We're always extremely grateful of any donation, big or small, as every bit makes a difference."
The Sambain Chalet will continue to operate under new owners with people still able to book the facilities.
There are currently around 400 people who volunteer across more than 40 AV Auxiliaries across the state.
You can make a donation to an Ambulance Victoria Auxiliary or to Ambulance Victoria directly.
