Peet supports bushfire recovery in Victoria

Peet Limited has teamed up with Habitat for Humanity to provide practical help to bushfire-affected communities in Victoria, with a shipping container packed with tools recently delivered to the community of Traralgon.

The ‘Tool Library’ is filled with power tools and DIY equipment, which will be available to community members in Traralgon and surrounding areas to help re-build their homes following February’s devastating fires.

The Traralgon Lions Club has taken receipt of the Peet-sponsored Tool Library, which is one of five that will operate in areas including Flowerdale, Kinglake West, Strathewen and Marysville.

Community members will be able to register to use equipment free-of-charge to undertake reconstruction projects and, in time, restart hobbies, interests and DIY activities that have been interrupted by the bushfires.

Peet Limited Managing Director Brendan Gore said the project would provide significant benefits to the affected communities.

“Peet is focused on building new communities, so we’re pleased to help people affected by bushfires to re-build theirs,” he said.

“The libraries are stocked with a range of tools, including hand tools, chainsaws, digging tools, safety equipment, fencing equipment and more, which have been collated by volunteers at Habitat for Humanity.

“We’ve been pleased to be involved with the process and worthwhile project overall.”

After the need for the facilities has passed, the Tool Libraries will be donated to community groups that manage them during the life of the project.

About Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity Australia (Vic) Inc is a registered charity engaged in providing simple, decent and affordable housing for the disadvantaged in the community, who would not otherwise be able to secure ownership of their own home.