Help poppy appeal blossom

WITH a committed group of volunteers set on making the appeal a great success, Mount Evelyn RSL Sub-Branch is ready for this year’s Poppy Appeal.
From late October, local volunteers will be selling the much-loved, iconic red poppy to raise funds for current and former servicemen and women in need.
Mount Evelyn RSL Sub-Branch president Roger Boness acknowledged the commitment from members and volunteers, who make the appeal a success.
“Year in, year out, our community rallies together to support the Poppy Appeal in the lead-up to Remembrance Day,” he said.
“I would like to thank the local community from the very outset, who support our sub-branch and wear their poppy with pride.”
RSL Victoria Appeals manager, Peter Smith, said the appeal resonates with all Australians.
“Not only does buying and wearing a poppy show respect for our country’s fallen heroes, but it helps to raise vital funds to assist past and present servicemen and women and their dependants in times of need,” he said.
Poppies were among the first plants to bloom in the devastated battlefields of France and Belgium.
Since 1921, they have been used in remembrance of those who fell during times of war.
From late next month, you can purchase a poppy from your local Woolworths, Officeworks, RSL Sub-Branch or from local collectors.
Alternatively, donate online at www.poppyappeal.com.au.