Rebuilding lives, restoring hope Charles Sturt Alumni Respond to the 2022 Eastern Australia Floods In the wake of the devastating 2022 Eastern Australia floods, the alumni of Charles Sturt University came together in a remarkable display of compassion and solidarity. As the floodwaters receded and the affected communities grappled with the immense task of recovery, our alumni community launched a flood appeal in March 2022, with the aim of providing support and assistance to those who had been impacted by this natural disaster. Their response was nothing short of extraordinary, raising a total of $8,500, which would go on to make a profound difference in the lives of the flood-affected individuals and families. The 2022 Eastern Australia floods will forever be etched in our memories as one of the nation's worst recorded flood disasters. From February to April, South East Queensland and parts of coastal New South Wales experienced a series of floods that left a trail of destruction in their wake. Tragically, 22 lives were lost during this disaster, leaving behind grieving families and shattered communities. The impact of the floods was far-reaching, with nearly a thousand schools being closed in response to the flooding, widespread evacuations, and advisories
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urging the public to avoid non-essential travel. The region also grappled with food shortages, as the ensuing supply chain crisis affected both urban and rural areas, compounding the already dire situation faced by communities in outback Queensland.
“This will give me the opportunity to be able to repair damages from floods/storm events and be able to move back into my home and continue my studies.” - Noelene Skinner The $8,500 raised through the flood appeal proved to be a lifeline for those in desperate need of support. Four scholarships were awarded to students who found themselves in the most vulnerable positions, grappling with the aftermath of the floods. One scholarship recipient, Noelene Skinner, conveyed the profound impact this support would have on her life and expressed her heartfelt gratitude to the donors of the Charles Sturt Foundation Rural Relief Scholarship.
