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ABC supports

Donate to the 2026 Victorian Bushfire Appeal

The Victorian Emergency Relief and Recovery Foundation has launched the 2026 Victorian Bushfire Appeal to raise funds to help fire-affected communities. Donations will cover immediate and longer-term assistance.

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Flood recovery

Catastrophic floods have destroyed homes and livelihoods. Find out how you can help.

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Bushfire recovery

ABC Gives is supporting charities working directly with bushfire affected communities.

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Volunteering

Why volunteer?

Have you ever heard of a ‘helpers high’? Learn more about what volunteering is and how you can give back.

Ways to volunteer

Need some inspiration? We have plenty of ideas to kick start your volunteer journey.

Volunteering in emergencies

Why your skills might be vital during the next disaster season.

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In the News

'Absolutely unacceptable': Canberra paramedics become patients every couple of days

ACT Ambulance Service recorded more than 190 occupational violence incidents last financial year.

Hikers warned to take 'gnarly' peri-urban parks seriously after rescue

Three teenagers were rescued from Onkaparinga River National Park unscathed on Sunday, showing how quickly hikers can come unstuck on spectacular walking trails despite their proximity to Adelaide.

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Locals fundraising to stop beachside town slipping into the ocean

Lancelin residents have been left to fundraise $150,000 for a sea wall in a bid to fight coastal erosion now seriously threatening the town, more than 100 kilometres north of Perth.

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Single mother of six hit with $6k power bill after months of no communication

A single mother of six young children is paying off a $6,000 power bill after the Northern Territory's main energy retailer failed to send her a bill for almost 12 months. She's among thousands of Jacana Energy customers facing significant bills.

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