Heartfelt messages flooding in from home and across the globe

Join others touched by our bushfire crisis who have sent us their messages of love and support for our heroes and communities

As Australia’s bushfire crisis continues, we put out the call for your messages of thanks and support for the brave volunteer and career fire crews, community service staff and volunteers, and communities affected by fire.

Leave your message here or fill in the form at the bottom of this story.

Here are some of the truly heartwarming messages we’ve received so far. Please, keep them coming by filling out the form so we can publish them.

ELLEN BOOTH, BRIBIE ISLAND

“Just a simple message of hope and admiration for every strong person who had to experience a terrible summer that will we will never forget. With a scorched land comes new life.”

DAN MOORE, NINGI

“The men and women of the Rural Fire Services who have selflessly given their time and effort, often at great risk to their own safety, deserve to be named collectively as Australians of the Year.”

WENDY SAUNDERS, HERITAGE PARK

“The devastation has been horrific, incomprehensible and unbelievable, but the acts of kindness that have come in from all over the world gives hope for our beautiful country, to rebuild houses and people’s lives. Thank you to all, it is appreciated so so much.”

LEANNE SHAPCOTT, BRISBANE

“Words can never convey the sorrow at the loss of life, land and animals through this devastation. And thank you will never seem enough for the time and lives given by the firefighters and all volunteers throughout. RIP and thank you!”

SARRABAS FRANCK, CLAMART, FRANCE

”Hoping for a world where you dont have to do this, many thanks for your efforts and sacrifice. Love and, take care people ;)”

ADRI VAN RENSBURG, SPRINGFIELD

”Thank you so much for your selfless work. You all are amazing and in my thoughts and prayers everyday. May you find strength to carry on through this awful time and may the support of all your Aussie mates and friends all over the world carry you in spirit.”

ANNETTE SHIELDS, CLONTARF

“Many thanks for the sterling efforts everyone has put in. Where I live I am out of harm’s way but my heart and thoughts are with you in spirit. Stay safe everyone.”

KAREN WILSON, WOODY POINT

“My thoughts and prayers go out to all those involved in fighting and affected by the devastating bushfires across Australia. We can only imagine the horrors you are facing. Stay safe and remember to reach out if you need help. To all the volunteer and career fight fighters, heartfelt thanks!”

DOAN MY DUNG PHAN, RICHLANDS

”Just one wish: please rain and rain and more rain.”

CADENCE, 11.

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In every pocket of Australia are small and large stories of care and support, of kindness and of heroism, and millions...

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VALETTA O, LONDON, U.K

“Enormous thanks to all the fire crews working tirelessly in such distressing circumstances. Holidaying in California I spoke with a crew in Laguna Beach about the enormity of the disaster. All fire crews stand with each other.”

KRISTY BODEL, BRISBANE

“We carry you all in our hearts at this time. We wish we could do more. Please know that we are all praying for rain and not giving up hope.”

CHERYL WYLLIE, PERTH, W.A

“Words cannot express the gratitude most Australians would be feeling right now. You have braved the frontline of these horrific fires. Your bravery exists in our hearts and minds, whilst we mourn such loss. Your ongoing commitment to arrest these fires is heroic, you are genuine Salts of the Earth”

NAOMI NASH, LOGAN CENTRAL

“Thankyou just doesn’t feel like it’s enough for putting your lives on the line to save ours. This is what Australia is made of & when life gets tough we stick together through the good and the bad times. Thankyou to you all xoxoxoxoxoxo”

BONNIE ROSS, BRISBANE

”I honestly cannot thank you all enough. Not just for saving people but the wildlife also. You can’t explain to animals what is going on or why and seeing you all compassionately help when and where you can, THAT’S something to really be proud of!”

LORIZA DAUD, UNDERWOOD

“I’ve never been prouder to be an Australian...we have true blue Aussie heroes, whom have lost their homes, their possessions and their stock, fighting these devastating fires day in and day out for months! Our people have raised millions of dollars in support....my faith in HUMANITY has been restored.”

JEN SHORE, MOOROOKA

“Thank you, thank you, thank you to you brave, amazing people (and your families for enduring your time away from them) who are doing such an incredible job under dire and trying circumstances. Affected communities are lucky to have you. Thinking of you all.”

CORINNE RICHARD, BACCARAT, FRANCE

“Not a day goes by when I don’t think about Australia and what you are fighting to save your country. Seeing all this human and animal suffering is unbearable. I wish you good luck from France.”

TRACEY CARVETH, ALGESTER

“So proud to be Australian! It’s the essence of us, to help our fellow Australians and world neighbours. The biggest thank you to the fireys the volunteers the wildlife warriors and everyone who has and will donate. May you be blessed with love and thankfulness from your fellow Aussies xx”

CLAIRE STONE, CURRUMBIN

“I have never been prouder to be an Australian than I have been over the past few months. You’re all incredible, thank you for your ongoing sacrifices and dedication to keeping our fellow Australians safe. Thank you to your families also - they are unsung heroes.”

MARTHA FOURNIER, TEXAS, U.S.A

”May God bless and keep safe from harm all those who are fighting the fires. May God bless and keep safe all those assisting others in harm’s way. Thank you for all you do.”

LEANNE CRANK, ORMISTON

”Thank you just doesn’t seem enough for all the amazing work you are putting in to save our country. You are making such a difference to our fellow Australians, their homes, the flora and fauna. What you are doing for all of us is simply incredible.”

SEHER PRATT, SPRINGFIELD

“I wish I could open my home to you for food and rest! My heart aches for all that’s been lost and families that are now homeless.”

LINDA BRIDGMAN, ROSEWOOD

”I’m so sad with a lot of wildlife (young joeys Kangaroos and Koalas) getting killed. Some Koalas, Kangaroos and other wildlife are saved. To all the hard working firefighters involved you done yourself proud. Well done guys.”

MARCO ASTOFLI, ROCHEDALE

”Well done to everyone sending lots of love and cuddles to everyone be safe and stay strong.”

JOSEPHINE AUFAI, SLACKS CREEK

”My heartfelt thanks to our firefighters for your dedication and commitment to our communities facing catastrophic fires. Your tireless efforts do not go unnoticed. Please know we continue to pray for rain and for continued strength for the days ahead. God Bless.”

NARELLE WYVILL-ANSTEY, WISHART

“Thank you to all the tireless frontline and behind-the-scenes workers and volunteers who have come together to make a difference under such extreme conditions. Everyone who has contributed is special. You are super heroes without capes. Stay strong. Thankyou so much. Thankyou.”

BERNY POWER, WYNNUM AND STANTHORPE

”Thank you just doesn’t seem adequate for what you have done for so so many Australians, but know this...you will now become part of the history of this great land and when we remember these dark days in Australia’s story, we will remember with pride, you all.”

MAUREEN CANNON, REDLAND BAY

”Thank you so much for putting your lives on the line to protect the lives and properties of others. Thank you for helping the wildlife where you can. Please stay safe, you are truly heroes. God bless you all xx”

ROSEMARY GORDON, CHRISTIE DOWNS

”Thinking of everyone affected by the bushfires Hoping the fires are soon under control so you can get help to start rebuilding and get your lives back xx”

MARIE-LOUISE SARJEANT, PEREGIAN

”Our hearts go out to everyone going through this nightmare. Having gone through our fires here in Peregian QLD, we know what your going through. Thinking of you, sending hugs.”

CAROL TADEWALDT-WREN, BUNBURY W.A

“We can already see the generosity of Australians as we support those struggling in fire areas. Kudos to the firefighters, without whom, Australia would be in much more desperately dire straits and shame on those who are taking advantage of the situation from looters to scammers - may the police find you quickly because if they don’t Karma surely will!”

KERREN O’BRIEN, BANYO

“Thank You all for all you have done and continue to do please stay safe.”

SALLY FARVIS

“New round of Anzacs.”

ROBIN WADE

“To all the firies out there who are protecting us, you are all heroes and we pray you remain safe from harm! I cannot express my gratitude and respect enough! You are the mighty heroes of our country. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”

TINA DEKKER

“Thinking of all the fire fighters and the work that they do god bless them and keep them safe always”

LORRAINE O’LEARY

”Thank you all involved with fighting these fires. U r all heroes.”

CYNTHIA STOYAN

“We can’t even begin to imagine your tiring bodies fatigued and still fighting uncontrollable blazes. How can a non-trained fire fighter help? What’s the best way we can help? Thank you so much for your tireless efforts.”

CASSIE GRECO

“They all deserve heroes medals of honour, couldn’t imagine how hard it is out there, not only would it be physically draining and exhausting would be mentally exhausting also. I bet each and every one of the emergency services including the firies, police and ambulance all would have shed tears - they deserve medals. They’re doing such great jobs and are very strong and brave to deal with all that truly truly heroes.”

JASON MCQUILTY

“Australians United appreciate not only the fire fighters, but the machine operators, emergency workers, doctors, nurses, police,council workers & vets. Brave, caring hardworking people just doing your job.”

VIRGINIA HARWOOD

“Thankyou, to the guys and girls for protecting us, We know it’s your job.... but you all go beyond the limits, you are all heroes in my book, god bless you all xxxxx”

JAN MUAROR

“Thinking of you all and hoping for no more tragic summers like this. Thank you for looking out for each other and special thanks for the men and women risking their lives to save others, property plus wildlife.”

KATRINA JONES

“Like many Australians I feel powerless however the words THANK YOU are all I can summon. Thank you to those risking their lives to assist others. Thank you to those finding and caring for our injured or deceased wildlife, livestock and pets. Thank you to those helping people who are displaced. Thank you to the everyday Australians giving their time, money, goods, opening homes etc. Thank you to all Australians who have shown what true Aussie spirit is by rallying for those who need it. Thank you also to the professionals going into these areas and providing mental health services- they will be needed for some time. I’m so blessed to be born into and live in this country.”

BENJAMIN RAYNER

“Thanks to all of you heroes for doing such a great job”

MEEGAN HAGGERTY

“To Aust men and women that have kept their spirit and kept going. TRUE LEGENDS also a huge thankyou to volunteers and those that made meals for the communities AUSSIE AUSSIE.”