Bairnsdale, VIC — The Metung Bloodhounds have launched a new fundraising initiative for Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS), with proceeds supporting vital Emergency Ward improvements.

The Metung Bloodhounds, a spirited volunteer organisation formed in 1996, have once again rallied in support of BRHS by recreating their much-celebrated calendar. The limited-edition 2026 calendar, available for sale from September 4, pays homage to the original 2007 edition, which successfully raised funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the Oncology Ward at Bairnsdale Hospital.

Continuing the tradition, the 2026 calendar features 44 proud models — with nine original Bloodhounds making a return appearance. As before, the calendar tastefully showcases Bloodhound members and supporters in their natural form, embodying the group’s fun-loving spirit and their unwavering commitment to community causes.

“The Metung Bloodhounds are a true embodiment of what regional community means,” said Peter Abraham, CEO for BRHS. “Their ongoing support and the way they’ve inspired the next generation to carry the torch, demonstrate the power of community action.”

Since July 2012, the Bloodhounds have raised approximately $250,000 for 45 community-focused projects across East Gippsland. The 2026 calendar is a true community effort, with local businesses providing picturesque backdrops and donating initial costs for printing and production services to ensure that as much as possible from each sale goes directly to upgrading the Emergency Ward.

Calendars will be available for purchase at the Bairnsdale Regional Health Service hospital reception, as well as at the local businesses below throughout East Gippsland and online at https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1439415.

Aroma, Metung

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service

Bancroft Bay Distillery, Local Markets

Bruthen Discount Chemist

Bruthen General Store

Chez Joe, Metung

Cooper’s Travel, Bairnsdale

Cunninghame Arm Medical Clinic, Lakes Entrance

East Gippsland Real Estate, Metung

East Gippsland Skin Clinic, Metung

First National King & Heath, Metung

Gippsland RV and Marine, Bairnsdale

Hair Port, Nungurner

Hair Studio 126, Bairnsdale

Lakes Entrance Aquadome

Lightfoot Winery

Long Paddock

Lucke’s Fresh Food Market

Mat’s Hair Factory, Lakes Entrance

McMillan’s of Metung Resort

Metung Bakery

Metung Pharmacy

Metung RSL

Metung Village Store

Metung Waters Motel

Nicholson General Store

Peel’s Cruises, Lakes Entrance

Potted Pear, Bairnsdale

Riviera Nautic, Metung

Swan Reach General Store

Tambo Valley Honey, Bruthen

The Book Orchard, Bairnsdale

The Metung Hotel

Twin Rivers Men’s Shed, Johnsonville

Whelans, Bairnsdale

Ye Olde Oppe Shoppe, Bruthen

All proceeds will support the BRHS Emergency Ward improvement fund—show your support by getting your 2026 Bloodhounds calendar.

About Metung Bloodhounds:

Established in 1996, the Metung Bloodhounds are a volunteer organisation dedicated to supporting community initiatives throughout East Gippsland and raising significant funds for local causes with creativity, laughter and a lot of heart.