By Renate Rivers

The Samoa Red Cross Society has reported that over $55,000 tala in donations have been received so far for the Christchurch Earthquake appeal.

The appeal, which started last Tuesday, is in aid of recovery work currently undertaken by the New Zealand Red Cross in Christchurch where a 6.3 magnitude earthquake hit last week.  The scale of the devastation only revealed itself in the ensuing days after the quake.  The carnage is overwhelming: Buildings, churches and homes toppled; numbers of fatalities nearing 200, and recovery work continuing day and night for the tireless emergency services.

Interim President of the Samoa Red Cross, Faleao Maka Sapolu said, “We would like to thank the people of Samoa for their generosity.  These funds will help the relief and recovery efforts of New Zealand Red Cross as they continue to provide vital support and humanitarian assistance where needed.�?

Donations have been received from all over Samoa, with some going the extra mile to help our Pacific neighbours.  According to SRCS, the Amituanai family from Lotofaga set up a fundraising station in the village to collect money for the appeal, and the Peace Chapel School donated $1,556 tala to the cause.

Community Spirit: the Amituanai Family of Lotofaga show their support with a fundraising station

The local community is encouraged to contact the Samoa Red Cross if they need to find their family and friends who may have been affected in the disaster. 

Please call the Samoa Red Cross on 8433000, 23686, 24332 and 24334 for assistance.

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