AT THIS time every year students from Lauriston Girls School at the Howqua campus undertake community service activities including fundraising for the Jamieson Wildlife Shelter.
Despite the wintery conditions 13 year nine students were smiling and laughing as they sold barbecued sausages and raffle tickets in Mansfield in the High St median strip last week to support the incredible work Cathy Raeburn does for our community.
The two supervising teachers Jamie Watson and Jourdan John said they were overwhelmed by the generosity of the local businesses which donated food items and prizes for the raffle worth up to $5000.
The teachers were also extremely grateful to a nearby café bringing free hot chocolates over to the girls.
Proceeds from the last week’s barbecue and the raffle which will be drawn on June 26 will be used to assist the wildlife shelter.
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According to Ms Watson the funds will go towards food and medicines for the animals at the shelter which are the most urgent needs.
The girls were enthusiastic about their fundraising cause following a visit to the Jamieson Wildlife Shelter the previous day where they got up close to wildlife and other animals.
“One of the most important things the girls learned was to never leave an animal at the side of the road without checking it,” said Ms John.
“It means a lot to me to be raising money, such a little thing I do but it means so much for the animals,” said one student Abi who was thrilled to visit the shelter.
“It means a lot to me to see Cathy (Raeburn) working very hard and how she runs it on her own,” said another student, Zahra.
“She deserves our support, and it makes me proud to be part of it."
There are 100 year nine students enrolled at the Howqua campus this year.
Those not involved in the barbecue were engaged in various activities throughout the shire as part of their community service.
Other locations included Rosehaven, Mansfield Zoo, Parks Victoria, Country Women’s Association, Mansfield Radio Station, and Jamieson Primary School.
