The devastating impacts of Australia’s bushfires

<p>Join Annie Kane and deputy editor of SMSF Adviser Sarah Kendell as they delve into the impacts of the continuing bushfire crisis.</p> <p>In this episode, they provide updates on the current situation in Australia in relation to the loss of human lives, wildlife and property and the economic consequences.</p> <p>This week they discuss:</p> <ul> <li>How the government is responding on a state and federal level</li> <li>Several banks announcing bushfire relief and financial assistance packages</li> <li>Global fundraising efforts for victims, firefighters, support services and wildlife</li> </ul> <p>How you can donate:</p> <p>There have been many fundraisers and appeals set up by charities, organisations and individuals to help support victims of the bushfires and support those on the front line.</p> <p>Some of the major appeals include:</p> <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.redcross.org.au/campaigns/disaster-relief-and-recovery-donate#donate"> Red Cross</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.salvationarmy.org.au/donate/make-a-donation/donate-online/?appeal=disasterappeal"> Salvation Army</a></li> <li><a href= "https://quickweb.westpac.com.au/OnlinePaymentServlet?cd_community=NSWRFS&cd_currency=AUD&cd_supplier_business=DONATIONS&action=EnterDetails"> NSW Rural Fire Service</a></li> <li><a href="https://givit.worldsecuresystems.com/donate-funds">QLD Fire and Rescue</a></li> <li><a href="https://cfsfoundation.org.au/donate">SA Country Fire Service</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/about/supporting-cfa#donate-cfa">VIC Country Fire Authority</a></li> <li><a href="http://www.fire.tas.gov.au/">Tasmania Fire Service</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.dfes.wa.gov.au/contactus/Pages/Donations.aspx">Western Australia</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.wwf.org.au/get-involved/bushfire-emergency#gs.qhcjrq">WWF</a></li> <li><a href= "https://www.afca.org.au/news/significant-events/bushfire-disaster-support/"> AFCA bushfire disaster support</a></li> </ul>