NSW bushfires: share your message of support and hope
Join others touched by our bushfire crisis who have sent us their messages of love and support for our heroes and communities.
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Australia’s bushfire crisis is affecting an unprecedented number of people, striking at the hearts of those witnessing it, both at home and abroad.
We want to share your messages of thanks and support for the brave volunteer and career fire crews, community service staff and volunteers and the communities affected by fire.
Here are some of the truly heartwarming messages we’ve received so far.
Please, keep them coming by leaving your message here or scrolling to the bottom of this story.
YOUR MESSAGES
“Thank you to all the brave volunteer and career fire crews, community service staff and volunteers, and thinking and praying for all the communities affected by fire.” - Cath D, Bankstown
United we stand together as one...” - Dallas Finn, Bali
“Firies, your hard work is very much appreciated. Everyone is so grateful for all that you do. Thank you so much. Bless each and every one of you xx #prayforourfiries #prayingforrain” - Tarah Campbell, Winmalee
“To the heroes of Australia, thank you for your strength. You will not be forgotten. We are with you.” - Sam Heraghty, Cabramatta
“It is January 2020 and bushfires have been ravaging our country since September 2019. Our communities are realising the extraordinary amount of work our emergency response people have been doing to protect lives and properties. We thank you all for your efforts, sacrifice and personal loss. Heroes … just heroes.” - Toni Farlow, Katoomba
“Thanks for all the hard work you have been doing protecting the state, lives and property. We’re all very grateful of what you have been doing!” - Adam Krslovic, Pagewood
“To all our priceless heroes who fought courageous battles, Australia salutes your blood, sweat and tears. Thank you, and thank you to the firefighters that travelled from abroad - a massive hug to you all. Australia will never forget those who passed in the line of duty. Thank you.” - Mary Mamo, Towradgi
“THANK YOU to all the firefighters, volunteers and those behind the scenes. I am SO grateful to you all. It’s a devastating situation and I can’t imagine the rollercoaster of emotions that everyone must go through. Please know you are all appreciated and again I thank you.” - Gai McCaffrey, Kellyville
“I am immensely grateful for our firefighters and volunteers helping to fight these fires and risking their lives to help save our homes, lives and wildlife. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.” - Erica Aranda, Hillsdale
“Thank you for fighting the good fight. Your bravery and strong will continues to astound me. Thoughts and prayers are with you!” - Natasha Scott, Avalon
“Thank you so much. I cannot express in words how brave and courageous you all are. You are the heroes of Australia and you have ALL our support. Thank you for fighting it out through thick and thin.” - Janet Kim, Bankstown
“We took your advice and evacuated our home at Pambula Beach (near Merimbula and Eden). We are ever grateful for all the work you do. Thank you for keeping us safe.” - Louise Bentley, North Balgowlah
“Our hearts are with all the volunteer firefighters, animal rescue personnel and every single person involved in these bushfires and rescue operations. There are no words to thank you enough. Be safe.” - Tanja Atelj, Illawarra
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all the heroes fighting to save our homes, businesses, and lives. You are true Aussies Heroes. Hope you have some relief soon.” - Gai Maskell, Werrington Downs
“Australia truly united, we will support our firefighting heroes, our fellow Aussies in need, and our native flora and fauna. TOGETHER we will make this land better than before. Thank you to every contributor, now and into the future.” - Tania Serovski, Yagoona
“From a distance it’s hard to imagine how many lives have been lost and the destruction of so many animals as they are part of the picture everyone sees. The people will rebuild and try to go back to where they were before, because they are AUSTRALIAN.” - Peter Davies, California
“Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I am in awe of your courage and selflessness. Heroes one and all.” - Jan Twomey, Lilyfield
“Thank you so very much to everyone involved from the firefighters to the people cooking for you, your families and friends. It is truly devastating to see the images of what everyone has been through. It shows the determination, strength and true blue Aussie attitiude how everyone has banded together!” - Kirsty Meyer, WA
“There are not enough words or big enough thanks to give you guys and girls! My heartfelt gratitude to all of you and may God bless and keep you and your families in his heart! Love to you all xoxoxox” - Renee Corfias, St Marys
“Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your amazing efforts. You are all truly heroes of this country. Devastated for the families who have lost loved ones who were fighting to keep our country safe.” - Danielle Armstrong, Bathurst
“Thank you doesn’t seem enough for what you all are going through trying to put out these fires. But thanks. All the firies near and far thanks. For the firies’ families that are missing loved ones, thanks. From the bottom of my heart, thanks.” - Robyn Osborne, St Andrews
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