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Simmer down, everyone—it’s the time of the year again as the Australian Firefighters Calendar unveils its sizzling 2024 edition. Now into its 31st year, the popular calendar promises to light up the entire year ahead with hot heroes and fiery furballs.
For those unfamiliar, the Australian Firefighters Calendar brings together the country’s bravest and some of its most endearing animals. This time around, more than 25 dedicated firefighters from various sectors, including aviation, military, and urban services, have come together this year to star in not one, not two, but six warm editions.
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The calendar paints a picture of the profound bond between these heroes and the animals they share the frame with. From snuggly koalas to frolicsome kittens, these images resonate with the compassion and dedication firefighters embody.
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Apart from the ever-popular Dog, Cat, Horse, Mixed Animal, and Classic Calendars, 2024 will also debut the Hero Calendar. This special edition captures these valiant firefighters in riveting action shots, showcasing them doing what they’re best at.
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Since its inception in 1993, the Australian Firefighters Calendar has raised over AU$3.4 million (US$2.14 million) for various local charities, cementing itself as more than just eye candy.
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Continuing its tradition, proceeds from this year’s calendar will go to nonprofits that support burning causes like the Queensland Koala Society, which relies on donations to nurse sick and wounded koalas back to health; and Kids with Cancer Foundation, which uplifts families who have found themselves in financial distress due to their child’s cancer diagnosis.
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Other beneficiaries include Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, a licensed nonprofit mobile animal hospital that provides free-of-charge expert veterinarian care for traumatized and displaced wildlife; and Safe Haven Animal Rescue, an organization of volunteers aiming to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome for dogs and cats.
Melt with the following preview of the calendars, and ignite more of that flame by checking out the Australian Firefighters Calendar website.
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
Image courtesy of Australian Firefighters Calendar, featured with permission
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