The world has been watching aghast at the terrible bush fires raging in Australia this past month. No more than Coach Loren whose family and friends are directly affected by this terrible tragedy. In an attempt to help, Sleven will be running a charity fundraiser on Sunday 26th January at 11:00, which is also Australia Day!

The class is free but we'll be asking all attendees to please donate a minimum £10 in support of the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army in Australia has been on hand providing immediate practical assistance and emotional support to people fleeing their homes from the devastating bushfires as well as supporting firefighters in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia, which are the hardest hit states.

The Salvation Army's support work has included presence at a lage number of evacuation centres where it has provided food for several hundred people, including fire-fighters. In other areas, The Salvation Army is providing material aid in relief centres, including mattresses, bedding, and personal hygiene items. It has already begun supporting the long-term recovery effort in communities across Queensland and Western Australia.