Public Announcement: Australian Federal Election

Occasionally, I support certain campaigns - local, national and international.
On Saturday 7th September 2013, Australians will be entering the ballot booths to elect the next Prime Minister and party. Many agencies and organizations are campaigning against or for certain causes. Everyone can make a difference, here's how....





There are three ways you can make a difference in the next 24 hours:

1. Forward the below email to those you know. It includes everything voters need to know about Tony Abbott's plan to reset the clock on our rights at work.

2. Call 5 friends, workmates or family members who haven't made up their minds yet. Many people are still deciding who to vote for, so give some people you know a call and ask them to support a local candidate who will defend our rights at work.

3. Go and Vote. With an unprecedented number of seats coming down to the wire - your own vote has never mattered more.

The Australian Unions Campaign:


Dear friend,

There's a lot at risk for us this election, but with our nation's media and the parties' campaigns focused elsewhere, it's easy to miss.

Tony Abbott has already announced important rights for workers he will eliminate or scale back if elected, such as:

1. Threatening penalty rates and award conditions;

2. Reintroducing individual contracts that cut take-home pay;

3. Swinging more power back in favour of employers;

4. Decreasing the ability of unions to represent workers; and

5. Weakening the independent umpire.

And now with a very real risk that Tony Abbott and the Liberals will have total control in the Senate - he could go even further.

Click here to find out more about each of these five points, and share our handy infographic with your family and friends too so they know Abbott can't be trusted with their rights at work.

http://www.australianunions.org.au/5reasons

This election, we have a choice: a future where we value rights at work and invest in jobs; or a future dictated by the interests of big business.

It’s clear which side of that equation Tony Abbott falls down on. The policy he has committed to this election leave us in no doubt the Coalition is caving to the demands of big business. The five points listed above are just the beginning.

The Australian Unions Team

Professionalism in Affiliates and Companies

Whether it is a new/small business starting out or an established business with many years of experience, a certain type of etiquette is expected.

Companies convey themselves through their service and general overview, including society's own views and opinions. They take pride in themselves and their company, they strive to make themselves better than others - providing the best service possible. They spend a lot of money on services for various parts of their own businesses, such as: advertising their business, advertising for staff and clients, advertising for their own business support, advertising their businesses' service and overview.

But what exactly is expected?

Most companies have programs for various parts of their business: a program for staff, a program for their customers/clients and depending on what their business does, they also have a program for employers. Eg. Castle Personnel is an employment agency. Not only do they provide an employment service for the unemployed, they also work on behalf of other companies and government services. What a lot of people do not know, is that they are also a business who helps the disabled with various support services.

What does society expect?

We expect to be provided with nothing but the best of everything.

• Diversity - There are many services which are available for all types of people with different nationalities. But when it comes to certain businesses, there are some minorities which don't use these services because they worry that their cultural background or their lifestyle may affect the outcome. Eg. The Hilton Hotel - being one of the largest chains in the world, I wouldn't stay there because I know that I can't afford it. Whereas, my father wouldn't stay there because he would feel that his colour would be a problem - getting/receiving any services etc. The father of my child wouldn't stay there, because he would feel like everyone would be looking down on him and making him feel uncomfortable. This can happen to many people and many businesses, which can be a massive loss for many. How? If certain businesses knew that some people felt like this, they would find a way of making it work for both sides. If the everyday person knew that they would be welcomed by certain we businesses, their anxieties would disappeared and both sides wouldn't miss out.

• Services and Support - No matter what it is, every service should have support for themselves and their clients/customers. Some people don't ask if there's any support, as they were never informed about it and do not know that it is available. This is also where diversity can become a worry due to the client's own anxiety.

• Business

Society expects staff to be courteous of their client's needs, ensuring the right ethics are placed - depending on the service or support. They expect a company to be professional in every part of their business and the service(s) they provide.

What does society class as business professionalism?

Advertising plays a big role in the media industry and within society. This is how a company displays a part of their professionalism, providing as much information as possible and within a short amount of time. With the internet being one of the main forms of everything, it is also one of the best places to advertise and provide services.

When an individual views a business website, they expect to be amazed immediately with eye catching words and images - something that can grab their attention fast. With personal websites, anything and everything can happen - no one is ever surprised by what they may see next, they change so often. Personal websites also provide their own service - they provide space on their website for companies wanting to advertise their business. A lot of these services are known as 'Affiliates'. There are many businesses who provide a service to many companies looking to advertise wither other business and personal websites.

The worst or most embarrassing thing for a company or business:

There are many things which could change the outcome of a company or how they conduct theirselves and their business. When I look at any advertising, the first thing I notice is spelling mistakes and errors. A business shows their professionalism through their knowledge, which also includes basic reading and writing skills.

As I have mentioned on many occasions, I am currently building the main website for my personal website 'Missxstatic'. Currently in place, is a basic website of only a few pages. It provides basic information of what I am currently doing and interests. There were a lot of blank spaces on the basic site, which has been filled in by advertisements. The new website doesn't have as many advertisements and are neatly placed within the pages, unlike the basic website. I have a lot of blog sites and for various reasons which don't need mentioning (I hardly use them anyway), but I only use 2 blogs which are connected to the main website. The blog link on the main website is to 'The Missxstatic Blog'. All of the pages either link to it's own blog or the main website, while there is 1 link on there which links to The Blog of Missxstatic - which is a blog of various reviews and complaints in life. As a new affiliate and publisher, I have noticed many things about advertising and the companies who need it. There are many businesses who'll approve the application immediately, while there are many which are pending approval. Most that are pending approval, are usually waiting for you to change something on your website which suits them. When or if it doesn't happen, it is either declined or stays pending. From the couple of businesses that declined my application, I was glad that 1 of them had declined my offer - in their message, I received a reason why I was declined. They replied "not appripriate". As you may notice, my spelling is quite good for Australian and New Zealand standards - as the spelling is different in other countries. And who's iPhone hasn't changed their text? Mine changes it often. I find their response to be unprofessional of a business and am glad not to be associated to the embarrassment. I'm not sure if the errors appear in their advertisements or website, but I have already experienced the undertow that most customers never see.

So, a word to the wise... Professionalism exists in EVERY part of the business world, let it exist within your own.

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Nescafé

If your anything like myself, you've spent a lot of money on coffee and have received nothing in return - besides an addiction or health problems. Nescafé is one of the biggest brands in Australia, with a rewards program. Each medium to large sized jars of coffee would have coffee bean codes, which you'd enter onto their website and build for prizes. The amount of money that my family and I have spent, there's not enough beans to be able to get any reward.

I received an email stating Nescafé Cup of Rewards is closing down, redeem your beans and collect your rewards today. Again, they do not give enough beans for me to be able to redeem it. If this is what it's like for myself, then it's probably the same for most other people. When things like this happen, it can change the course of events - losing many customers, due to some people feeling abandoned and robbed.

Too often, companies use and abuse lower to middle class families as guinea pigs - studying what adverse effects could come of trialling something. Some seem to push society that far, their companies close down when the economy struggles.

So, if you are anything like myself - you have spent a lot of money on coffee and have gotten nothing in return for being a loyal customer, even when there's so-called rewards. It feels like they got as much money out of me, as they could and the moment I was close to getting something in return - it's taken away. This happens too often and it's becoming quite annoying. It seems to be quite convenient that this has occurred at a time which is most profitable for Nescafé.

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Official Statement (2)

I do NOT show any person my body, with or without my knowledge. If I do so, it is at my OWN decision and/or discretion.

I do NOT give permission for any person to show anything of my person. I also do NOT give permission for others to show or profit from my person or physical body. Any such action WILL lead to legal action being pursued.

The New Blog Website

Join Me and Create a FREE New Blog on Weebly. It is also available by application, but there is so much more to do on the website itself: editors, adding revenue, templates, elements and more. Check out the site now!

The WARNING has been Issued

We have just received the phone call and was told about the news - a tsunami warning has just been issued. Until I hear the warning alarm, I'm not going anywhere. I have volunteer duties to attend to and the children still need their food.

My family and I reside less than 100 meters from the sea. Where we live, is a high risk area for floods. In the 1900's, Newcastle suffered many natural disasters such as: earthquakes, floods and high-speed winds. The highest ground is inland and/or closer to Sydney, which is approximately 3 hours from Newcastle.

If a tsunami was to hit Newcastle, it would travel quite a distance inland. Nothing has changed and no emergencies are in place. We haven't planned an evacuation and we aren't prepared for one. But as always, we know what we'd have to grab if we had to evacuate. Besides passports, birth certificates, family photos and such, we have always prepared ourselves for any disaster - we know what we need and what to take if we are evacuated.

I will keep updating as often as possible, to let everyone know what is happening and that we are all safe. In the meantime, majority of my posts can be found on Facebook and Twitter - these are the two websites I use, which are always updated in real-time and is more current.

Location:Downie Street,Maryville,Australia

My Thanks

Over the past month, summer has hit New South Wales with a scorcher. Our hottest day reached over 40°c and our air conditioners struggled with each rise in the temperature.
For the past couple of months, I have had a mad craving for DARE Iced Coffee - Espresso. During the heat wave, my cravings became worse and I had to have that coffee fix. One day, I decided to go to Coles supermarket to buy my favourite iced coffee - it was out of stock. I drove through 5 towns to get to the next Coles, where I ended up buying six 2 litre bottles. Placing them inside of my fridge bag, I travelled home and immediately placed them in the refrigerator. Three days later, my coffee started smelling and tasting weird - I kept drinking it, even after many hours of throwing up and being sick. I thought that the weather was affecting me, so my mum decided to try some of my coffee. "This is out of date, it has expired". I checked the date on the bottle, it said 17/01/2013. I then checked my iPhone 4s for the day's date, it was 13/01/2013. I found the receipt which was dated 04/01/2013 and contacted Coles.
I received a reply via email, within 24 - 48 hours. I also received a phone call, from an apologetic manager. I returned the two remaining bottles of Iced Coffee and received a refund for them. My mum had thrown away two other bottles, so I wasn't able to get a refund on those... obviously.
Today is exactly one month since I made the purchase, when I received a letter in the mail. I have attached it to this blog and a link to the photo, in case it didn't appear. The letter explained some of their procedures and where they think the problem may lay. Also in the letter, was a $10 gift card - given as a gesture of good will and as an apology for the incident.
I don't blame Coles for what happened. I understand that dairy products can only last so long and must be refrigerated as soon as possible. Being summer and during a time of the heat wave, I took the incident as: 'food that spoiled due to natural occurrences, which cannot always be stopped'.
I 'Thank' Coles for the duty of care that they have given me, as a customer. And I thank them for making me feel valued, as a customer. Thank you for the card, it will be put to good use - two 2 litre bottles of DARE Iced Coffee Espresso.

NWOTD: New Word Of The Day

Grank

Meaning: Grossly Stank - It was Gross and it Stank.

LOL The things people think of. When I used this word, it was during a conversation and I couldn't find the word that I was looking for at the time. Grank covered it all lol.

NSW Crime Statistics

Nothing ever seems to change. It doesn't matter what profession you may have or may not have, not everything is better. It doesn't matter if you have always done the right thing or being cautious and criminal-free, anyone can be the target of a criminal act.

Each year, the Crime and Justice Bureau conduct statistics on how society feels about crime. There are different types of reports. 1. People are asked 5 questions and the statistics are calculated from there. 2. People are asked 10 questions and then calculated. This is the latest and most up-to-date report: BOCSAR Public confidence in the New South Wales criminal justice system: 2012 update.

It is more surprising to see that there was not much of an increase to the statistics when it comes to leniency. Between 12 - 15% rise compared to previous years. Most of the reports were studied from 2007 - 2012 and the statistics were based from that, after many calculations.

I have said it on many occasions and I will mention it again "society needs to take a stand, to raise more awareness of crime and how we feel as a community". No one should ever feel vulnerable or scared, especially in their own homes.

Posted from Missxstatic's iPhone 4s

Is It Safe?

As children, our parents always worried about us and our safety. Now, as parents, we often worry about our children and their safety. We can only be in so many places at once, it becomes harder with each worry!

In recent weeks, there have been many reports of male adults approaching children in the streets. Some of these men were apprehended by the NSW Police.


Before the school holidays began, some of the parents who's children attend the local primary school, notified each other of the latest attack. Although none of the children were physically harmed, it can affect them emotionally and mentally.


It first began with an attempted abduction of a young male child, the police are still searching for a suspect. The next attempt was a week later - on a young female child, a suspect was apprehended. Not far from the primary school (in the local park), a male was chased by other make adults - after exposing himself to a young male child. Heading closer to the school (under a nearby bridge - meters from the school), a male adult was apprehended by police - after exposing and touching himself in front of a small group of young children. One of the older children raised the alarm to a parent who was walking nearby. The final attempts was when an unknown male adult followed a 10 year old female, from the local shops to nearby her home. A similar incident happened to a male child, of around the same age - the search for a suspect continues....


With the school holidays coming to an end and a new generation of school children arrive, safety is the key. There are so many sick people in the world, society begins to wonder "what next?" and "is it safe?" for our children.

Location:Robertson Street,Carrington,Australia

Official Statement

As things are becoming worse, I began writing this statement and finalized it just after midnight on 30th December 2012, but wasn’t able to upload it on the same date. I have always made the following statements and from the moment I met my child’s father.


This has and always will be the way with him and anyone associated with or to him. He has a habit of breaking, selling and trading my personal belongings, I have NEVER given him permission to do so and anyone who has ever met me, knows that I would NEVER leave my belongings with Kyle unless he physically threw me out - it is the only way that he can get anything from us. He has stolen money from my bank account and the law has let him get away with it too often. Nothing is ever replaced and he seems to be allowed to steal from my family and I, and is allowed to ruin our lives.


Since we don’t have the proper back up, this is the next best thing: a statement explaining that it is the truth and nothing but the truth. NOTHING will change how I feel, I do NOT give permission to be abused and robbed.

This is an official statement created for myself, by myself. I am posting this to inform others of my feelings upon this. This also covers my child, as she is underage.


A punch, slap or kick ISN’T the only form of physical assault. If it leaves a mark or causes pain and it wasn’t followed by a “sorry”, then it definitely is intentional.


I, Celia Morgan, do NOT GIVE permission for any person(s) to emotionally, financially, mentally and/or physically harm me or my belongings in ANY way. I do NOT GIVE permission for my belongings to be broken, sold or traded in any way. No matter what threats or method of torture is used on or against me, I still do NOT GIVE permission for anyone to do such things. ANY and ALL false or misleading information about me, will be taken as intimidation or defamation of character. This also includes any statements upon my being, whether physically, mentally or emotionally - made judiciary or not. ALL claims MUST have sufficient evidence which proves otherwise, or it may lead to legal action being taken.


I declare that all statements made in this post are true and correct;
And I make this solemn statement conscientiously believing the same to be true and by virtue of the provisions of the Oaths Act 1900.

An Inspirational Quote By Aristotle

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Fees and Taxes

For a very long time, people thought that they could borrow money from me, without having to pay it back on time. Situations became ridiculous and I was forced to make some decisions - I had to add the fees and taxes to make sure those people learnt their lesson. Unfortunately, I have to use the exact same system with certain companies and businesses, especially those who have a habit of ripping off or don't care about their customers. There are no exemptions or excuses - everyone dies one day, we ALL get sick or have some sort of disability. Anyone can create an excuse or story so they wouldn't have to pay, that's why there are 'NO EXCEPTIONS'.

The Fees and Taxes: The Official Fee and How it All came about.

An agreement is always organized beforehand, this is how we arrange the payment day or date. If the money is not paid back by the first agreed date, the payment becomes x2 + $2 per day until it is paid. Usually by this time, another day and/or date has been organized. If not, then it becomes the agreed amount x 2 + $2 per day x 10.

Many people have tried to get out of paying the fees and taxes, but there's ONLY one way in which you could escape them - pay EVERYTHING on time, before the agreed day or date.

Business have their terms & conditions or rules & regulations, and they're always advertised somewhere. But, they never think that it could happen to them.
~ NO EXEMPTIONS OR EXCUSES. Companies and businesses shouldn't try to rip people off, especially those who are struggling - which is most people. Unfortunately, it has happened too often and society has had enough. They don't care what we do or go through, as long as they have your money - even when they owe you. That is the exact reason why I created My 'Fees and Taxes'. There are other reasons which have contributed towards this creation, but this is one of the main.

Businesses/Companies NEVER expect the community/society to do anything and think they'll take such insolence... Wrong! We too, have a voice, we will always stand up for ourselves - we WON'T be bullied!

Location:Newcastle NSW, Australia

I WISH YOU ENOUGH

~ Missxstatic I WISH YOU ENOUGH:

Today, I was on Facebook reading my timeline. I don't always do it, as there's so much spam lately. But, I came across something that caught my attention very easily. It's not who it is to, it is the reason why...

From the profile of TheIdealist:

Recently, I overheard a mother and daughter in their last moments together at the airport as the daughter's departure had been announced. Standing near the security gate, they hugged and the mother said:

"I love you and I wish you enough."

The daughter replied, "Mum, our life together has been more than enough. Your love is all I ever needed. I wish you enough, too, Mum." They kissed and the daughter left.

The mother walked over to the window where I sat. Standing there, I could see she wanted and needed to cry.

I tried not to intrude on her privacy but she welcomed me in by asking, "Did you ever say good-bye to someone knowing it would be forever?" "Yes, I have," I replied. "Forgive me for asking but why is this a forever good-bye?"

"I am old and she lives so far away. I have challenges ahead and the reality is the next trip back will be for my funeral," she said.

When you were saying good-bye, I heard you say, "I wish you enough." May I ask what that means?"

She began to smile. "That's a wish that has been handed down from other generations. My parents used to say it to everyone." She paused a moment and looked up as if trying to remember it in detail and she smiled even more.

"When we said 'I wish you enough' we were wanting the other person to have a life filled with just enough good things to sustain them". Then turning toward me, she shared the following, reciting it from memory,

"I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.

I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more.

I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.

I wish you enough pain so that the smallest joys in life appear much bigger.

I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.

I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.

I wish you enough hellos to get you through the final good-bye."

She then began to cry and walked away.

They say it takes a minute to find a special person. An hour to appreciate them. A day to love them. And an entire life to forget them.

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Bullied by Businesses/Corporations

This is a formal, but official statement made by and from myself towards mobile telephone company, Optus.

An agreement was made between myself and Optus, for a final payment. The payment is to cover the next month's bill, as I have to pay in advance.

The agreement was made, due to Optus creating bogus charges, fees and administration costs. They stopped sending the phone bill and charged me late fees for their continuous incompetence. Anyone can see that Optus only wants people's money, even when they're not owed.

I finished my contact with Optus in May. The new billing period started the day I stopped, so why would I pay for services from May to June 2012? The exact time frame that I was not with their company.


The Agreement:

Optus agreed not to add more charges or fees, as long as I paid what was owed. If any extras were charged to myself, the bill would be null and void - Optus takes full responsibility for paying the bill. It was their way of proving they weren't trying to steal more money from me.

I paid my final bill, but I refuse to pay for services in advance - when I am not with that company. My monthly bill was $65, Optus charged $75 and has been adding late fees, administration costs and so on. The bill was voided and in null by June 2012. I have been receiving threatening letters and have now received a letter from a collection agency.

I'm NOT stupid, I made that exact agreement for a reason and I have continued to notify Optus of it, frequently - so they cannot say they didn't know about it.


Life in General:

I am physically, mentally and emotionally affected by the continuous stress that Optus has given me since joining their service in 2010. In the last 12 months, I have paid them $1500+ - they were owed $780, the rest are charges and fees. In one bill, they asked for $2700 - from that day onwards, all contact was to be made through my mother. She knows how to run a large corporation, as she recently demoted herself to a position that gave less stress - another reason we originally moved from Sydney to Newcastle NSW.


The Proposal
Similar to the Verbal and Written Payment Agreement

If Optus continues the harassment and abuse, they will pay out financial compensation for the mental and emotional problems they've caused and will also pay financial compensation to others who's lives have been affected by the stress Optus has placed on myself and my family.


FINAL STATEMENT: Optus broke the agreement and took full responsibility for paying the bogus phone bill, it no longer has anything to do with me. I changed companies due to being ripped off - if someone up the street stole money from you, it's called theft. But when large corporations do it, it's called business.

I have nothing to do with Optus, their company or affiliates. I have nothing to do with their last charges, I paid my proper bill. I have no reason to be in contact with Optus and no reason for them to contact me. Any contact, including letters - will be classed as harassment and stalking. It will be taken as: harassment/stalking is abuse, victimizing people will only make them more determined to do something about the abuse.

DON'T be BULLIED by large corporations or businesses!

Location:Fraser St,Jesmond,Australia

QLD Floods: Help Needed & Offered

In this time of need Australia has come together as a whole, in support of those in need. Families drove to flood effected areas for supplies, to help pack up their homes and to hopefully get resources to help protect their homes - sandbags etc. During these trips, families have noticed that the centers are overloaded with incoming donations and decided to stay and volunteer their services.

I have seen many messages on Facebook and Twitter of many giving people, who are trying anyway they can, to help raise awareness of what is happening in Australia. From these messages, some of the Local and National News & Media, have been using these messages on television - so the word is getting out there and awareness is being raised more.

Many Residents have been offereing their homes and rooms to flood victims, food, goods and services have also been offered to families and individuals. The Donations, Goods & Services offered by the Government and Charity Organizations, do not reach most flood victims for days to weeks. Like the Victorian Bush Fires, alot of victims didn't received help until after the fires had been extinguished.Many of the families are still living in temporary make-shift homes and buildings.

It is people and residents like the mentioned ones, who help families and individuals right now, when it is actually needed. Goods and Services have been sent by the Government, but not everything that is actually needed has been sent - shelter, clothing, food, water and much more. It's the kind-heartedness of strangers coming together to make a difference when and where it is needed.

We mustn't forget that Floods affect everyone. When a natural disaster occurs, our minds rush into evacuation mode, when we began packing and trying to save our lives and belongings, we may sometimes forget the little things. During this time, alot of families had travelled away from home for the Christmas and New Year holidays. They were unable to get home in time to save their homes, farms and livestock.

Needs:

While aid is being given to flood victims, the following is still in need:

* Wildlife            * Farm Animals            * Pets

Offers:

Rowan Panther of Caboulture has offered room in her yards and stables for flood victims in need of temporary placement of their Horses. The Facebook Post read:

From Rowan Panther : Can everyone pls copy and repost this message. It is from a friend of a friend of mine in QLD. She has available Yards Stables for people not knowing where to take their horses. She has enough rooms to take 15 to 20 horses. Located at Caboulture. Her phone
number is 0418385774 ...if anyone needs emergency.

I am not apart of the Media, so I cannot get the news out there. But, I am an avid Tweeter & Facebook User. I send all messages this way, like a chain letter - it is sent through different people and countries. So, if you would like to offer land, yards, rooms or anything else, please post a comment after this post - I & Friends will get the word out there.

(This Post is still to be edited, am hoping to find links & phone numbers of assistance). 

If you'd like to make a donation or volunteer, please check QLD Floods, Donations, Goods & Services for phone numbers and links. 

Brisbane/Queensland Flood(s) Donations, Goods & Services

The Following has been supplied to help you access the information easier and faster. Many different Media Sites are advertizing about 'One' Relief Appeals, when there are many different companies and organizations who are also doing the hard-work. Occasionally you come across people who take advantage of other people during the time of disaster - All of these Links/Sites & HotLines are Official Organizations within Australia - check the links for Verification. Please check which Site is suitable for you to make a Donation if you are not within Australia.


The Queensland Goverment has organized a Relief Appeal - donations of Money will be accepted but not Goods & Services. The following is the link to their Official Website:

QLD Government - Flood Relief Appeal

The Brisbane Times - Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal

QLD Red Cross - Registration & Inquiry

LifeLine has organized a Call Centre of Cousellors for Families or Individuals who may be feeling the trauma or impact of devastation that Floods can cause. The Counsellors are fully qualified & experienced in handling your call/matter/problem.

LifeLine is also asking for Volunteers to help with the Call Centres and Organization of Donated Goods & Services. You will be Supervised during this time, and aided in the right direction.

LifeLine Cousellors: 13 11 14

LifeLine Volunteers: 1800 994 100

An Official HotLine has been set up for Families and/or friends who are searching for loved-ones who Reside in the Flooded Areas. Due to the High Demand in Phone Calls that have been received, your phone call may have you on hold for a few minutes... it's worth the wait to find about Friends and Family.

1300 993 191

Disaster and State Emergency Services have organized Call Centres, the floods are starting to spread to different areas of the country and these services may be needed if you find yourself in need of their Service.

Disaster Recovery HotLine: 1800 173 349

State Emergency Service (SES): 13 25 00

Volunteers who assist during natural disasters, road crashes, rescues and extreme weather.

The Queensland Floods

On 25th December 2010 Chirtsmas Day, as Cyclone Tasha downgraded to a Tropical low and people were warned about possible floods due to the change. The category one cyclone, which crossed between Gordonvale and Babinda around 5.30am that morning, continued to move inland, weakening but associated heavy rainfall  caused fast rising in a number of rivers and creeks.

Major flooding began occurring along the Mulgrave River with a peak of 15.5m - similar to the March 2008 flood - expected before midday that day. Moderate flooding was expected along the Russell River at Bucklands with a 7.5m peak later that day.

Moderate to major flooding was also expected in the Johnston River catchment with only a minor peak expected at Innisfail at this stage.

Further south, major flood levels in the Dawson River were approaching a peak of around 13.5 metres at Theodore, west of Bundaberg.

From there, the floods continued on to surrounding towns, causing widespread danger and fear. Today, statistics showed that 9 people have been killed so far, and 66 others are still missing. National campaign has gone out and assitance has been received - other states have been sending their SES Rescue crews, New Zealand has now joined.

As of 11th January 2011, the estimated cost of the damage and rising, was just over $6 billion. And, a $5 billion clean up fee.

The Queensland Government has launched an appeal to help Queenslander's who have been affected by the recent floods. The Government is only accepting Financial Donations and cannot accept Goods or Services.

Make a Donation

The Media has been all over the floods, reporting everything that has happened so far. From these news reports we have been able to see the devastation that has impacted the community. Natural Disasters are hard to recover from, but floods take away many unexpected things or people.

With the Ozone Layer changing constantly and natural disasters occurring more often, we have to ask ourselves: When will We as a 'Whole', come together to make a change for the better good? For many years, scientists, environmentalists and many other similarly related individuals, companies and organizations have known about the change. Many seminars and lectures had been held around the world (over the years), in hopes to make the change before it is too late.... But, that discussion is for another time.

As the floods continue, Riverland residents begin sandbagging around their properties in hopes of saving their homes. 

For some towns, when warnings were first given and evactuations began, some residents refused to leave their homes. "We'd rather stay and defend our homes, we've worked too hard to just let it go so easily. This is our life, without it... we don't exist anyway, so we have to at least try", said one resident. Fortunately for that family, the floods did not make it to their town.

It is not a good idea to stay in your home during a dangerous situtation, everything but lives can be replaced - it just might take a little bit longer, but that's what the appeal/relief is for.

The following are companies and organizations who have organized and Appeal

 and also offer information:

Australian Red Cross - Queensland Flood Appeal

The Brisbane Times Donation Page - Premier's Disaster Relief Appeal