12th March SEO workshop to raise money for Bushfire Appeal

Jim Stewart is running an SEO Workshop in Melbourne with all proceeds to go to the Red Cross bushfire appeal. It will cost $250 (Usually $895) and will be on 12th March 2009.

The Workshop will be situated in Melbourne CBD and Will cover the following topics Internet Market vs Traditional Marketing. Why some websites are not getting indexed by Google. Cross comparison marketing. What it actually takes to rank a page. Standard process to get sites ranked. Practical ways to rank pages by demonstrating building a page.
Send an email to workshop@stewartmedia.biz
or visit: http://stewartmedia.biz/myblog/

Bushfire Trauma – and how Animal Liberation Victoria is helping

“Animal Liberation Victoria (ALV) are in spirit and solidarity with all the victims of this horrendous tragedy. Rescue teams have been out in the badly affected areas working. It is hard to get access being a crime scene, but we were allowed access with the rescue van which was filled with hay/feed/water and an experienced crew.

Patty Mark’s blog describes ALV’s most recent search and rescue: Trauma amidst the ashes. ALV are planning food drops in the Gippsland area this weekend if we are allowed access. Please Contact ALV if you are able to help in any way.”

Editor’s note: I was totally moved by Patty’s blog (it made me cry) she really captures the spirit of her passion – saving and protecting animals. Her recent blog on the trauma suffered by the magnificent livestock is the quintessential read on the quiet dignity of animals.

Btw, I am not just staying home crying and doing nothing. Let;s leave that for the contestants of the Biggest Loser and So you think you can Dance. I have volunteered for the Salvos — it was very rewarding and satisfying — so the best way I believe for you to help if you don’t know how (besides money); is to volunteer your time and get down to one of your Salvation Army Centres and help pack donations of food, toiletries and clothes.

Bless: GG

St Kilda Openair – Je Crois Que Je L’Aime

St Kilda Openair is donating $5.00 from every ticket sold for ‘Could This Be Love?’ (Je Crois Que Je L’Aime) screening this Valentines Day (Saturday, 14th Feb) to the Victorian Bushfire Appeal to support the communities impacted by the devastating bushfires.

Arrive at 7pm on the rooftop of the St Kilda Sea Baths for complimentary Henkell sparkling wine and relax as the sunsets while listening to the fresh acoustic sounds of singer songwriter James Henry. At dusk we will be screening the much-loved French romantic comedy Could This Be Love (Je Crois Que Je L’Aime) under the stars.

www.stkildaopenair.com.au

Australian Bushfire Housing new site launched

Bushfire Housing an online tool to facilitate the pairing of those that are homeless due to the Australian bushfires with those that have room in their house, a vacant rental, newly purchased investment property or holiday home they wish to offer as temporary accomodation.”

Australian bushfires have left thousands of families in Victoria and New South Wales homeless. We aim to help by matching people in urgent need of shelter with others within their communities and surrounding regions who are able to offer emergency accommodation during this time of crisis.

Help the Animals of the Victorian Bushfires

For Melbourne people who can donate animal food and accessories, the Richmond Veterinary Clinic at 259 Church St, Richmond (http://www.richmondvetclinic.com.au/) – Melbourne has become a hub for food distribution to the effected areas. As many people are aware the animal population has been devastated by the wildfires. Phone Richmond Vet Clinic on 03 9428 2220

Sick and injured animals are being cared for by organizations like Wildlife Victoria (http://www.wildlifevictoria.org.au/cms/index.php), Animal Aid (http://www.animalaid.com.au/) and the Victorian branch of the RSPCA (http://www.rspcavic.org/campaigns_news/news_bushfires.htm).

However animals and birds in bushfire areas desperately need food and water. The Richmond clinic is accepting all types of pet and animal food, including: dog food, cat food, bird seed and even livestock food supplies. They are also in desperate need of medicine for animals, like antibiotics and other first aid, bandages, guaze etc, sheets, blankets etc

Please help and generously donate by contributing to this vital cause. Any vets or vet nurses who haven’t yet registered to assist with triage can find information through relevant organisations.

Anyone with spare land that can take animals – livestock especially – are also encouraged to contact organisations for offers of help. Alhtough money is essential to help the victims of the bushfire; and Victorians have reacted with immediate generosity, the help of directly delivering food to a distribution centre is essential.

Bless, GG.

How you can help victims of the Victorian Bushfires

Many Victorian agencies are requesting that people not donate goods as they are struggling to process them and need to focus on aiding those affected rather than dealing with physical donations.

You can donate money by calling 1800 811 700 or visiting the Red Cross or The Salvation Army websites.

The Salvos are accepting goods but check with them first to make sure they are able to use them.

To donate blood call the Red Cross on 131 495

For information on the ongoing fires:

CFA bushfire hotline – 1800 240 667

State Emergency Service – 132 500

To donate or offer other assistance for animals suffering in the wake of the fires you can contact Animal Aid on 03 9739 0300.

Mission Australia is also organising supplies for people affected by the recent bushfires – call to see how you can help on 03 8615 2200.