 | No one would have missed hearing about the category five tropical Cyclone Pam, which ravaged the tiny Pacific island nation of Vanuatu on Friday 13 March. The ORCV and yachties from all clubs have forged a strong connection with Vanuatu over the past 10 years. Significant humanitarian aid has been contributed during that time through donations, both physical and financial. On Saturday after sailing, there was a quick whip around in aid of Vanuatu. Members generously donated $550 (including $153 from Primitive Cool). |
Many thanks to those who dug deep and those who gave what they could. These funds will be greatly appreciated and put to good use by those in need.
If you would like to donate click here for the link.
If you would like to donate click here for the link.
On Thursday 19 March RMYS Member and ORCV "Ocean Girl" Deb Allen was in Port Villa, Vanuatu, helping with the recovery effort after Cyclone Pam. After crewing on ESCAPADE in the 2014 ORCV Melbourne to Vanuatu international yacht race, Deb, a dentist, remained in Vanuatu on long service leave, volunteering through the Red Cross to improve oral health. Keep up the great work, Deb! Click here for the full story featured in the Herald Sun.
