.celestebarber_ had a clear message for ScoMo during a relief concert that raised more than $9 million for Australia's bushfire recovery.
Tens of thousands of people have poured into Sydney’s ANZ stadium for a star-studded relief concert, in a massive show of support for those affected by the summer’s bushfire crisis.
Hosted by comedian Barber, who has raised more than $50 million for bushfire relief, all ticket profits will go to groups which are helping fire-ravaged communities get back on their feet.Barber became emotional when she thanked the volunteer firefighters who sacrificed their time to battle devastating blazes, saying “you will never know how grateful we are”.RELATED:Source:AAP
“God knows people in power haven’t really done much…It is the people making the change and specifically it’s our volunteers,” she said.The entire stadium then erupted into a standing ovation and deafening cheer for many of the volunteers who were given tickets to the benefit.
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