posted on MIKE KELLY's FACEBOOK PAGE please note they are taking pets...(also check the Bushfire Emergency Accommodation in Canberra Facebook site for other opportunitie

**ACCOMMODATION ANNOUNCEMENT**

I’m writing to let you know that from Friday 10 January, Geocon has made its 57 room, The Woden Hotel available for people displaced by fire, or, for any RFS member looking for temporary relief and accommodation.

Following the fire damage and ongoing evacuations inflicted on people from the Southern Highlands, the NSW South Coast, the NSW alpine regions and areas of Victoria, Geocon welcomes referrals for anyone who is without accommodation to stay with us in The Woden Hotel.

The Woden Hotel is a mid-level, select service hotel with ensuite bathrooms, wifi, parking and security. It is located in the centre of Woden close to Canberra city, public transport and essential services. The Woden Hotel is a comfortable and safe place for people to stay.

Both one- and two-bedroom suites are now available for families, singles or couples. People seeking accommodation are also invited to bring their domestic pets for the duration of their stay.

To qualify and prioritise accommodation needs, Geocon is calling on local charities, the ACT Government, the RFS, regional councils and similar organisations to refer people who need temporary accommodation in Canberra. I ask that you share this information with your own networks in fire affected areas and to make a primary contact available should further discussions be required.

The Woden Hotel will not take paid bookings until the accommodation shortage and fire crisis has been resolved. The offer is for temporary accommodation and we understand this may take until the end of January to resolve.

To refer a family or individual for temporary accommodation please call The Woden Hotel on (02) 6281 7733 or email [email protected]

For more information on logistics, please contact me, Elliot Woods on 0499 993 930 or [email protected]