Wollondilly Shire's mayor has announced a way that the community can provide financial support to the grieving families of the Buxton crash victims.
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Matt Gould said the council had activated its Mayoral Relief Fund, making it open to donations.
Cr Gould said the funds raised would go directly to the families, and anything extra would be put towards youth mental health and driver safety campaigns.
He explained that the funds would be distributed evenly among the families, and should one decline the support totally or partially, what was left over would go to the remaining families.
If all families declined further financial support, he said, the fund would cease accepting donations and any money remaining would go to the mental health and driver safety projects.
"It has been an extremely difficult week for Wollondilly, with the community still coming to terms with the loss of five young local lives," Cr Gould said.
"Our thoughts are with the family and friends of those involved, the Picton High School and Buxton communities and the emergency responders who dealt with this heartbreaking scene.
"We are a resilient community that unites together during times like this, and it has been heartening to see people coming together to support each other during this difficult time."
People can donate to the fund at the council's administration building at 62-64 Menangle Street in Picton or online.
- Support is available for those who may be distressed. Phone Lifeline on 13 11 14; Mensline on 1300 789 978; Kids helpline on 1800 551 800; or Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636. In an emergency, call triple-0.
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Natalie Croxon
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
Reporter at the Illawarra Mercury, mostly covering social affairs. Previously of the Bendigo Advertiser, Northern Daily Leader and Quirindi Advocate. Our Watch award winner.
