Maleny RSL to come alive for bushfire relief concert

Massive bushfire relief concert

Get ready for some seriously star-studded performances at the Massive Maleny Bushfire Relief Benefit Concert on Saturday, March 7 at the Maleny RSL.

Event organiser Linsey Pollak said the evening would feature performances from 11 outstanding local and Brisbane-based artists donating their time and talent, including Andrea Kirwin, Hayden Hack, Lizzie O'Keefe, Louise King, Rob Longstaff, Shenzo Gregorio and Tjupurru, Efiq & Kitch.

“Although the bush fires are momentarily off the front pages, the need for ongoing support to provide necessary relief for people, fauna and flora affected by the fires is as great as ever,” Linsey said.

Hoping to raise up to $10,000, Linsey said admission to the concert, or mini-festival, would be $50 and people would be able to choose one of three funds to support on the night - the Maleny Rural Fire Brigade, the WWF Australia wildlife and nature recovery fund or the Red Cross disaster relief and recovery fund.

“People will be able to put their donation straight into one of the three nominated charity boxes when they arrive. However, there will be no pre-sales so make sure you get in early as this will be a popular event,” Linsey said.

The night will kick off at 6.30pm with the fabulous Nadia Šunde as MC. The Maleny RSL has agreed to generously provide the venue, staging and lights for free and the event is shaping up to be a not to be missed charity fundraiser with some of the best in local talent.

“All over the country, Australian musicians have come together to raise muchneeded funds for ongoing relief efforts. Music communities have been putting in their time, resources, talent and love to help our hardworking firies, fire-affected communities and injured native wildlife, and here in Maleny we are thrilled that local musicians are creating their own incredible benefit concert,” Linsey said.