Supporting Christchurch (left to right) Alannah Holgate, Alan Holgate, Dunedin brewer Richard Emerson and his staff, Emerson's Brewery general manager Bob King and sales co-ordinator Jane Hyde, and Tonic bar owner Vicki Fitzpatrick, raise a glass to Christchurch in Dunedin bar Tonic last night. Photo by Jane Dawber.
Proceeds from raffles or auctions held at the bars would support Red Cross New Zealand earthquake relief efforts in Christchurch, Mr King said.
Prizes had been donated by New Zealand brewers, together with some proceeds from bars, and similar events were also held in Australian cities Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, Mr King said.
Other fundraising activities were also in full swing in Dunedin last night. Red Cross collectors were out in force and at least one bar - Alibi in the Octagon - added a 10% surcharge to raise money for earthquake relief efforts.
