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You just need to walk, run, swim or roll 26kms for the 26 million Australians Red Cross protects in a crisis ❤️.
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Our third Disaster Relief Hub has opened at our Brisbane Fulfilment Centre, storing more than 27,000 items to help our non-profit partners deliver rapid relief to communities in QLD and Northern NSW following natural disasters.
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A year ago, Tonga was hit by a devastating volcanic eruption. Tonga Red Cross has been continuing to help communities ever since.
Australians responded swiftly, donating to our Tonga Recovery Appeal. Over 2000 people have been helped with food, clean water, cash and more.
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With hunger at shocking levels in the Horn of Africa, local #RedCross #RedCrescent teams are on the ground. Want to help? Our Global Hunger appeal supports local teams in Kenya, Somalia and Ethiopia: redcross.org.au/hungercrisis/
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The lack of frequent meals for children in Somalia is leading to a rise in malnutrition.
At health clinics, Red Crescent teams have been giving children under 5 nutritional biscuits (BUSKUD) to slow down malnutrition rates. Severe cases are transferred to the nearest hospital.
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When migrating to different regions in search of food, water and pasture, families in Somalia carry very few household items.
In Somalia’s Qardo district has supported these nomadic families with plastic water tanks which they can use while on the move. #HungerCrisis
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By their very nature, disasters are shocking, and they can take an incredible toll. We're passionate about helping people to know what to do when the unthinkable happens. We’ve collated these resources to help you prepare for and recover from disasters.
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Tomorrow our work doesn’t stop. On Xmas Day, like every other day, we will be phoning & visiting isolated, older people all over the country. It’s not too late to be one of the helpers, too. Because we can’t do it without you. ❤️🤍 fal.cn/3uFhO
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2 days to go & you haven't got a gift for 📜 ...
👨 Cousin Barry
🧓 Petunia next door
🧒 Your 11 nephews
❓ <<insert unexpected guest>>
Grab one of our digital, printable charity cards with next-minute delivery. They’re kind of funny with a big heart. gifts.redcross.org.au
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We’re spreading the joy this festive season with generously donated gifts from the team at 🎁.
These gifts are being delivered to kids who’ve been impacted by the NSW floods. Help us to keep helping with a donation: fal.cn/3uCsi
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Matt – Wed @ 5pm.
This is 93-year-old Bill's calendar - marking when his Red Cross visitor calls in for their weekly chat. "Matt's the best thing that ever happened to me … I'd be lost without him." Help us support other people in tough times. ❤️🤍 fal.cn/3uALa
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Did you forget something?
You can enjoy your holiday knowing you are prepared for wild weather thanks to your Red Cross Emergency kit.
Shop now at fal.cn/3uAxk
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Local #RedCross and #RedCrescent teams are on the ground in hardest-to-reach communities. Want to help? Donate to the Global Hunger Crisis Appeal
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Do you have a few hours to help make a difference?
Red Cross Shops are in need of volunteers over the festive period. Give volunteering a try today.
Learn more here:
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Looking for a gift with real impact for under $30? 🎄🎁 Stuff that stocking with a Real Good Gift – like our ‘Not Another Novelty Mug’ and more.
A small gesture with a big, real-life impact. gifts.redcross.org.au
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A new report launched by the Red Cross Red Crescent Global Migration Lab, ahead of International Migrants’ Day, found 25% of migrants surveyed fear seeking humanitarian assistance would put them at risk of detention or deportation. 👇
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Register.Find.Reunite. is now open for the Cervantes Bushfire in Western Australia. If you've been affected, register now to let your friends and family know you're OK — or enquire to see if your loved ones are safe and sound.
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✅ Medical relief ✅ Food ✅ Water
The UN Security Council has reinforced protections for these & other lifesaving activities, shielding impartial humanitarian relief from UN sanctions. It will make it easier for #RedCross #RedCrescent to reach people most in need of support.
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Dare you not to smile. 🙄 Joan (86) and her Red Cross visitor, Louise (19), have the sweetest friendship. 🤗🥰 This festive season you can be one of the helpers & give the gift of friendship to people who are lonely. fal.cn/3ui1q
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We’re thrilled to be launching a report calling for better funding models so Red Cross Red Crescent National Societies can be more sustainable when shocks such as COVID-19 hit.
What does this look like? Less earmarking and more local autonomy. More here fal.cn/3ug2c
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Kathryn (94) says if she didn’t have her Red Cross visitor, she’d feel forgotten. This #Christmas, please help us reach more people who need support in times of isolation, conflict and disaster. fal.cn/3ufXE
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Some good news about adapting to climate change, with a little support from
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Lessons from the past help Sri Lankan farmers adapt to #ClimateChange
@SriLankaRedCross is collaborating with agronomists to revive ancient water-management practices and adapt them for farmers in dry-zone district.
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This mug is no novelty. It sits in a special place in Bill's kitchen, ready for his Red Cross visitor to arrive for a weekly cuppa & catch-up. You can make someone’s day special, too, with our 'Not Another Novelty Mug'. It's a gift card & donation in one. fal.cn/3u4gM
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🎄Ekk, the festive season.
😟 Panicked about what to bring to those 15 end-of-year parties?
👍 We've got you covered.
🎁 Get a Real Good Gift; it’s a gift card & donation in one.
💡 Funding programs, supporting people in crisis and disaster.
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We’re flipping #GivingTuesday and instead saying ✴ THANK YOU ✴ to all the generous givers. We hope you know how much we appreciate you today, tomorrow, and every day. ❤️ 🤍
PS: if you are not already, it’s never too late to be a giver, too. fal.cn/3tZxb
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Register.Find.Reunite is now open for the Murray River floods in South Australia. If you've been affected, register now to let your friends and family know you're OK — or enquire to see if your loved ones are safe and sound. #SAfloods
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Red Cross today joined with the Somali community in Brisbane to ring the alarm on the worsening hunger crisis in the Horn of Africa. “It’s dire and we need to act,” say Elijah Boul from and local leader Faysel Ahmet Selat.
Learn more: fal.cn/3tTWg
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Nigerian-born Elorita struggled when she moved to remote Australia with her young family. Then she met our team. “It’s changed my life drastically ... The people are so welcoming, there’s positivity in the air.” Please help us be there for more people. fal.cn/3tPcD
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“I am not going to give up because someone wants to make my life miserable.” Haroula left a violent relationship after moving here from Greece. Then she found us. “Without Red Cross, I would be lost & alone.” Please help us be there for more people. fal.cn/3tNvZ
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Because early action saves lives
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As the #Pacific enters the cyclone season, Red Cross volunteers in #Vanuatu are taking stock of their relief supplies.
In the immediate aftermath of a disaster, supplies such as cooking pots, blankets and hygiene items are always ready to be distributed to affected communities.
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“[I was] isolated and a bit depressed, sometimes I couldn’t sleep at night.” Nisha, who comes from Nepal, struggled when she moved alone to a remote Australian town. We helped her get her sense of identity & confidence back. You can help too. fal.cn/3tLrd
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The Uber & Red Cross Clothing Drive is on TODAY!
📦 Book a FREE Uber package pickup via the Uber app (look for the Red Cross Clothing Drive button on the home screen!) between 10AM-4PM.
Syd, Mel, Bris, Ade and Perth only. Directions available at fal.cn/3tJAf
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The Red Cross Clothing Drive is on TOMORROW between 10AM-4PM!
➡️ Pack up your pre-loved clothing for donation to Red Cross Shops
➡️ Book a FREE Uber Package pick-up via the Uber app
➡️ Use "Red Cross Clothing Drive" as the destination
T&Cs apply, visit uber.com/redcross
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📢 The world needs urgent action to address the climate crisis. All of us can play a part. The Global Climate Resilience Platform will support 500 million people on climate crisis frontlines.
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Are you ready?
The Red Cross Clothing Drive is back this Saturday! Package up your pre-loved clothing and accessories to donate for FREE via Uber Package.
Full T&C available at fal.cn/3tEZ6
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“I saw kind eyes. I was welcomed. It relaxed me, everything fell into the background.” Olena (right) escaped the conflict in Ukraine. We're helping her start over in Australia. On #WorldKindnessDay, show you care with a donation. fal.cn/3ty71
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Thanks to our partner , on Saturday 19th November between 10am - 4pm, you can donate your quality pre-loved clothing and accessories to Red Cross Shops from your doorstep. Save the date to donate! 👕👔👗 Find out more at fal.cn/3tvAA
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Olena was in #Ukraine when the conflict escalated this year. This is her story of escape and what happened when she got to Australia. You can help us be there for more people in the tough times. fal.cn/3tv9p
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