CFA volunteers continue fundraising tradition across central Victoria

This year marks CFA's 71st year supporting the appeal.

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CFA has raised more than $35 million since 1951, helping the hospital deliver world-class care to sick kids.

Last year, Bendigo ranked among the top regional fundraising locations for the appeal, giving almost $60,000 for the Royal Children's Hospital.

CFA deputy chief officer Kaylene Jones praised CFA volunteers' commitment.

"It's a testament to our volunteers' community-mindedness, that not only do they volunteer to keep their communities safe from fire and other emergencies - in their remaining spare time they are also fundraising for other causes," she said.

Last year's fundraising efforts:

"We are incredibly proud of that effort and pleased to once again step-up and support the Appeal in 2022.

"It has been a tough few years for many Victorians, but if you can, please make a donation to this important cause."

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Ballarat topped the list of regional fundraising towns last year, contributing $123,231 towards the final tally.

Echuca - Moama ranked third, giving $83,105 to the appeal, which celebrated a milestone 90th year.

The Good Friday Appeal has contributed more than $399 million to the Royal Children's Hospital since the fundraiser started in 1931.

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