The online raffle, to be drawn at 2pm on Wednesday, April 6, will have 30 prizes up for grabs at a total prize pool of over $7000, with first prize being a Weber Family Q barbecue [and accessories] courtesy of Petrie's Mitre 10.

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Bathurst RSL marketing manager Janneke van der Sterren said the proceeds will go towards two Ballina-based clubs: the Cherry Street Sports Club and their local Rotary Club.

"These clubs were chosen because they're directly co-ordinating the Northern Rivers Community Restart Project," Ms van der Sterren said.

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"We've had all sorts of local businesses come on board for the raffle, and every cent will go towards the cause."

Ms van der Sterren said there's already been a significant response to raffle ticket sales.

"We launched the raffle on Wednesday and managed to sell $4000 worth of tickets within the first 24 hours," she said.

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"Our fundraising target is $20,000, but we'd love to raise more than that. Tickets can be purchased from either our front reception or online."

For more information, visit www.bathurstrsl.com.au.

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