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East Gippsland Shire Council extends animal aid contract to continue animal welfare services through 2025
East Gippsland Shire Council extends its contract with Animal Aid for animal shelter services until December 2025, ensuring continued animal welfare support through local staff, volunteers, and community donations.
East Gippsland Shire Council has approved a 12-month extension to its current contract with Animal Aid for the provision of pound and animal shelter services. The decision ensures the continuation of essential animal welfare services in the region until 31 December 2025. In making the decision the council recognised the consistent level of service provided by Animal Aid, which aligns with its commitment to animal welfare and community support.
East Gippsland Shire Council extends its contract with Animal Aid until December 2025. Help by donating pet food, fostering, or adopting
Supporting animal welfare
Mayor Cr John White said Animal Aid, a not-for-profit organisation, has been providing high-quality pound and shelter services in East Gippsland since 2019, and employs local staff and engages numerous volunteers. "Animal Aid's commitment to animal welfare, education, and rehoming aligns with our aim of fostering a compassionate and responsible pet-owning community."
"This decision ensures the continuation of vital animal welfare services that our community relies on. Animal Aid makes an important contribution to the East Gippsland community. We wish to thank the extensive volunteer base and donors, who play a huge and important part in maintaining animal welfare in East Gippsland," John said
With the holiday season approaching, consider what you can do to help Animal Aid with their important work. You can assist by donating pet food, becoming an animal foster carer or adopting a pet. For more information visit the Animal Aid website.
Pictures from Animal Aid website.
Source: http://gippsland.com/
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