AWN A massive $257,000 has been raised for the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) through a partnership with AWN which this year celebrates its 21st year.
For the past 21 years AWN has been auctioning specially selected wool at selling centres in Fremantle, Sydney and Melbourne to support the RFDS.
In the final selling week of the season, wool buyers throw their support behind the charity bale auctions knowing the proceeds support the vital service the RFDS provides across rural and remote Australia.
The $13,132 raised this year will help reduce the disparity of health service access in these areas.
Greg Sam, CEO Royal Flying Doctor Service South Eastern Section said “AWN is a remarkable example of the innovative and expert organisations supporting our regions to thrive. The RFDS and AWN are absolutely aligned in our dedication to the communities we serve. We are incredibly thankful for the two decades and the more than $250,000 raised to help support our teams to deliver vital healthcare and emergency response to people living and working in the most remote parts of this vast country. I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the winners of each auction for bidding over the odds for the charity bales, and in line with the value they place on our amazing teams. Thank you!”
Western Australia led the charge with AWN WA wool and livestock manager Greg Tilbrook acknowledging good support from buyers ensured above market values were achieved for the two bales offered in Fremantle.
We are incredibly thankful for the two decades and the more than $250,000 raised to help support our teams to deliver vital healthcare and emergency response to people living and working in the most remote parts of this vast country. I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the winners of each auction for bidding over the odds for the charity bales, and in line with the value they place on our amazing teams.
“Long-time supporters of the charity auction, Endeavour Wool, topped the bidding at 910c/kg to return $2850 and we rounded it up and made a donation of $3000 to the RFDS,’’ he said.
“The 18.6 micron wool measured 100ml with a yield of 63.8 and a strength of 30 newtons. “We are very happy to be able to support the RFDS which supports rural and regional communities when they most need it.
A representative from the RFDS, in attendance at the auction, has offered to take the staff of AWN and Dyson Jones on a tour of the local centre, so we are looking forward to doing this during the sale recess.’’
There was more good news from the west of the nation with Dyson Jones adding $3315 to the donation tally following a successful sale to Tianyu where bidding reached 1300c/kg.
Wool buyers in the auction room in Melbourne also offered great support with a donation of $4482 being made after two bales of 17.4 micron AAAM wool reached 1350c/kg. Wool technical officer Matt Cox said Endeavour Wool were the successful purchasers and thanked the many buyers who bid above market value on the day.
“This is the 21st year we have supported the RFDS and takes AWN’s total donation tally to $257,475 which is a fantastic achievement,’’ he said.
“The RFDS helps anyone and everyone in rural areas and they are very grateful for our support.’’
In a softer-toned market, NSW sheep and wool technical officer Andrew Holgate reports strong competition for the RFDS charity bale sold in Sydney.
“The bale came from our top bin in our Goulburn rehandle. Testing 16.6 micron, 78mm in staple length, 30 newtons in strength and with a 75 per cent yield it was very even in length, style and character reaching 1350c/kg,’’ he said.
“This resulted in a $2335.50 donation to the RFDS who we are honoured to support every year. The work they do is outstanding, and it was great to have Donovan Lane from the RFDS in attendance at the sale.
“The successful purchaser was Tom Watson from Endeavour Wool with the bale reaching above market appraisal price. Thank you to all the bidders who supported us again this year.’’
To learn more about the vital services that RFDS provide, or to donate to help deliver essential health and emergency medical services to rural and remote Australians, visit: Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia | Royal Flying Doctor Service
