By Brendan Rees
A 12-year-old Lysterfield South girl who has led a campaign to protect wildlife on roads is over the moon after the community raised thousands of dollars in a fundraiser.
An Easter raffle held at the Churchill Park Estate playground on Sunday 14 April saw more than 60 residents give generously, raising $2,908.
Shannon Tobin-Underwood, who organised a petition earlier this year to reduce the speed limit on Churchill Park Drive to prevent animals from being hit by cars, said all money raised would be donated to Sue Johnston and Paul Jones, both of Lysterfield South “who work tirelessly rescuing and caring for the many injured and orphaned kangaroos in our area.”
“It is organised and run by a local resident, Lisa Ross,” Shannon said. “From the generous donations of chocolate eggs and rabbits, soft toys, games and vouchers, Lisa made up over 60 hamper prizes.”
A watercolour painting of a kangaroo by local artist Michelle Potter was also auctioned off.
Councillor Rosalie Crestani also attended and assisted with the raffle draw, “even donating back the prize she won.”
