The stunning opals featured in this year’s jewelry come from Australia's famous Lightning Ridge — and every raffle ticket purchased directly supports the volunteer firefighters who safeguard that very community and landscape.

The Lightning Ridge Rural Fire Service responds to bushfires, structure fires, land searches, hazard-reduction burns, and motor vehicle accidents. Despite all they do, fundraising for this fully volunteer-run brigade relies solely on small community BBQs.

This year, 100% of ticket sales will fund vital upgrades: refitting the meeting and training room with new tables, chairs, computers, lamps, and office supplies; acquiring a thermal imaging camera essential for detecting heat during structure fires; and, if funds allow, repainting the training space, adding a pressure cleaner for equipment maintenance, and installing lockers to properly store gear.

By supporting this fundraiser, you directly strengthened the brigade’s ability to train, stay safe, and continue their lifesaving work — right at the source of the opals you love.