BLAZEAID is calling for volunteers to lend a hand rebuilding fences in communities still recovering from the devastating floods that hit the Mid North Coast earlier this year.
A dedicated team is now based at Nabiac, working hard to restore fencing on local farms between Bulahdelah and Kempsey.
BlazeAid Coordinator Lisa Abdoo said anyone can get involved, even without prior experience.
“They just learn on the fence line,” Ms Abdoo said.
Most of the damaged fence lines have been cleared, and the focus has now shifted to rebuilding.
“They’re clearing the debris off the fences and then helping rebuild or restore them if they can.
“We supply all of the equipment.”
The volunteer camp will remain open through to March 2026, with both live-in and day volunteers welcome from anywhere on the Mid North Coast.
“The football and soccer season starts on 1 March next year, so we’ll be here right through to then,” Ms Abdoo said.
“Some of our volunteers live in the camp with us, but some are locals who come in the morning and go home in the afternoon.
“They can come in here (the Nabiac camp) for breakfast, make their sandwiches, and take lunch out with them in eskies.
“It’s a fabulous community, and they’re very appreciative of BlazeAid’s help.
“If you can spare a day, a week, whatever – the crew would be so very grateful, not to mention the farmers you’re helping.”
Founded in 2009 after Victoria’s Black Saturday bushfires, BlazeAid has since helped communities across Australia rebuild after fires, floods, cyclones and storms.
To volunteer, contact Lisa Abdoo on 0487 216 079.
By Sis HIGGINS
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