Australia Post is commemorating the centenary of Red Cross in Australia with a stamp release. “We are pleased to be able to support Australian Red Cross with the release of this commemorative stamp issue in this centenary year.” Australia Post Philatelic Manager, Mr Michael Zsolt “We trust that the stamp will remind all Australians of the important humanitarian contribution of the organisation over the last 100 years,” Mr Zsolt added
Chief Executive Officer of Australian Red Cross Red Cross Robert Tickner explained that in Australia was established in 1914 and is now part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the largest humanitarian movement in the world. Australian Red Cross relies heavily on public donations and corporate partnerships to support its vital everyday work. It is supported by more than 30,000 trained volunteers who work tirelessly to help families and communities whose lives have been touched by disaster and tragedy.
“We are honoured that Australia Post has recognised the work of Australian Red Cross in this way. During our Centenary we are proudly celebrating 100 years of people helping people, and thanking generations of Australians for their service to the nation in times of war, disaster and personal crisis,” Mr Tickner commented.