Hundreds turn out for bootcamp to raise money for bushfire-affected animals

Tribal Warrior, NCIE and Redfern Aboriginal Medical service have come together to raise money for animal welfare organisation WIRES.

Qantas, an orphaned Eastern Grey Kangaroo joey whose feet were burned in recent bushfires, is held by WIRES Carer Kevin Clapson at his property in East Lynne, South of Sydney, Tuesday, January 14, 2020. (AAP Image/Steven Saphore) NO ARCHIVING

An eastern grey kangaroo whose feet were badly burned in recent bushfires, being held by a WIRES carer Source: AAP

About 300 people have worked up a sweat for a good cause, raising money for animal welfare organisation WIRES at an early morning boxing session in Redfern.

The bootcamp was held at the National Centre for Indigenous Excellence, and organised by Tribal Warrior Aboriginal Corporation.
The event also included a silent auction, with footy star Latrell Mitchell's Australian jersey among the items up for grabs.

Tribal Warrior CEO Shane Phillips said he was amazed by the community's support.

"The young ones wanted to make sure that our animals are being looked after," he said.

"Them being able to do this gives them the opportunity to give back and help other people."

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Published 22 January 2020 5:17pm
By Keira Jenkins
Source: NITV News


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