When the Rotary Club of Booval heard about the disastrous floods in western Queensland a few months ago, they put the wheels in action to see how they could assist. Having a few contacts in that area made it easy for members to contact locals in need. It was soon realised that there were plenty of people to help, but all their tools had gone in the flood waters. So, the Rotary Club of Booval went into action contacting other clubs and the public. The response has exceeded their wildest dreams with people contacting the club with the offer of tools especially from retired people and people downsizing. We have received every type of tool you see in a hardware store, e.g. hammers, ring spanners shifting spanners, drills, concrete trowels, saw horses, even a complete PA system for the rodeos etc. Then, there were Eskys, shovels, axes, rakes, and so the list goes on. We have packed three pallets and three large crates to start, which are being transported courtesy of Quilpie Transport. There is between 1 – 1.5 tonne of goods. This is a great effort by Rotary Club of Booval and the generous people of the area.
If you have tools you would like to donate, please call
Bevan: 0419 643 348
Gaham: 040 888 4357
Graham Keidge PHF
RC of Booval
