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By Ottilie Von Henning
The Australian Firefighters calendar is back for a 33rd year - and they're hotter than ever.
Firemen from across the country gathered to pose with adorable pets and farm animals to raise money for charity.
The usual five fan favorite editions - Hero, Cats, Dogs, Horse and Mixed Animal - were released on September 4.
Each of the calendars showcases Australia's bravest and hunkiest paired with lovable kittens, dogs - and even a koala or llama.
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For the first time, the organization has added extra US recipients to its donation list, including Pasadena Humane, to support California after devastating wildfires in January.
David Rogers, the director of the calendar company, said: "The firefighters from the calendar visit Pasadena every year to take part in CatCon, the USA’s biggest cat carnival.
"It was heartbreaking to watch the parts of Los Angeles we visit each year devastated by these fires.
"I stayed in constant contact with our friends there, and the firefighters featured in our calendars decided to produce a charity edition to raise funds and show solidarity with our US friends."
(Australian Firefighters Calendar via SWNS)
Kevin McManus, PR & communications director for Pasadena Humane, said: "We are grateful for the support and donation from the Australian Firefighters Calendar.
"Knowing how close to home it was for the guys, who are very accustomed to dealing with disasters and wildfires like the ones we faced in January, makes it even more special."
The calendars are also helping raise money for Australia-based wildlife organizations, which remain close to the firemen's hearts.
Inspired by their cuddly friends, the group raises funds for Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, providing support for orphaned wildlife.
(Australian Firefighters Calendar via SWNS)
Donations from sales of the firemen's sexy calendars helped the hospital set up in 2024, and in return they get to decide the name for the new recovery centre.
Stephen Van Mil, CEO and founder of the Byron Bay Wildlife Hospital, said: "In 2024, the Byron Bay Raptor Recovery Centre was opened and has been operational for about 19 months.
"It is a state-of-the-art facility specifically for the rehabilitation of sick, injured, and orphaned birds of prey, and it is currently full of patients.
"The honor of the naming rights for the recovery center for 2025 has been given to the Australian Firefighters Calendar for their continual support to the hospital."
The men have yet to decide what the centre will be called, but are wildly appreciative of the honor.
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