By Sonia Isaacs
MEMBERS of the Landsborough Rural Fire Brigade were thrilled
to receive a cheque for $2,585.60, raised through fundraising and raffles held over the King’s Birthday weekend by the Landsborough Hotel.
Between the public holiday crab races on Monday, October 7 and ongoing fundraising, held throughout the year the Landsborough Hotel has raised an impressive $10,000 this year for the brigade. These funds will go toward updating critical equipment,
including the purchase of a new 41 4WD fire truck, which will enhance the brigade’s ability to protect the community during emergencies.
Landsborough RFB member Kelly Burgess praised the crab races as a fantastic community fundraising event with a great outcome for the brigade.
“We want to extend a massive thank you to Terry, Jo, and all the staff at the Landsborough Hotel for their ongoing support of our local brigade,” Kelly said.
“We love our community and thank everyone for supporting us.
“It’s even better knowing that all the funds raised
go directly back into our community.”
Group Officer Craig Young added that the King’s Birthday crab races drew a crowd of around 200 people.
“The pub and beer garden were packed, and it must have taken quite a few people to raise that much money,” he said.
“Again, thank you to the hotel and the community for the ongoing support of our brigade.
“The crab races are definitely a highlight on the brigade’s social calendar.” sonia@gcnews.com.au
