13/02/2009

Sanctuary Lakes Resort to Host Community Bushfire Fundraiser

Sanctuary Lakes Resort is set to launch a major community fundraising event for the Victorian bushfire survivors on Friday 20th February 2009 from 11.00am to 9.00pm.

The event features a special 18 Hole Charity Golf Tournament and community activities which will be attended by all of the Emergency Services.

Organiser of the event Sanctuary Lakes resident Brian Munn said there has already been a terrific response from the Sanctuary Lakes community and local businesses with 11 holes sponsored before we have even got the entry forms out.

Mr Munn said the Charity Golf Tournament will commence at 11.30am with the golf game and will conclude with a charity dinner and auction to boost funds. Children's and family activities will commence at 3.30pm and include jumping castles, an animal farm, vintage car and Harley Davidson rides, and a large sausage sizzle.

"Everyone we have spoken to has come on board to make this a great day in aid of the survivors of the horrendous fires which swept Victoria in the last week.

"At the beginning of the golf game we will recognise the work of the firefighters and emergency services including Victoria Police, Ambulance Victoria and the many volunteers who have helped save lives and have been vital in the recovery process with a minute's silence.

The shot gun start will feature the use of a siren from a vintage fire truck.

John Nielsen from Sanctuary Lakes Resort Management said, apart from the golf other activities such as a special dance marquee will be in place on Friday night for residents and the wider community to enjoy refreshments and a dance for a small donation.

David Grimes Point Cook CFA and a resident of Sanctuary Lakes Resort said the whole event was a good way for the community not only to contribute funds but also meet some of their local emergency personnel who had been at the frontline of the tragedy.

People who wish to support the Sanctuary Lakes Bushfire Fundraising Event on Friday 20th February can call Nathan Stubbs at the Golf Shop on (03) 9394 9444.

Media Enquiries:
Brian Munn Sanctuary Lakes Resident and Organiser Mobile: 0401 545 864
David Grimes Point Cook CFA Mobile: 0415 179 298
Ron Smith Corporate Media Communications Sanctuary Lakes Resort Mobile: 0417 329 201

Golf Commences 11.30am Community Activities 3.30pm to 8.30pm
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