The Burdekin community has a reputation for supporting people in need and that reputation has been reinforced by the results of Member for Burdekin, Dale Last’s, Christmas Appeal.
Now in its 8th year, this year’s appeal saw generous locals and groups donate an impressive haul of toys, food and clothing in what Mr Last described as the best result to date.
“It may seem ironic that, as more and more people are affected by increases in the cost of living, we see such generosity,” Mr Last said.
“To me it’s not ironic; it’s proof of the generosity and community spirit of the Burdekin.
“To say it is an honour to represent a community that supports people who are doing it tough is an understatement.
“This year we have seen quite a few people making a few smaller donations rather than larger donations and that proves that, even though their budget is being stretched, they still see the value in supporting others in our community who are doing it even tougher.”
Mr Last said that long-term success of the Appeal was a credit to the community and especially to community groups who came together to support the cause.
“Since its inception, the appeal has been strongly supported by the Burdekin Men’s Shed and the Burdekin Woodcrafts association and this year we also saw a generous donation from Burdekin Netball,” Mr Last said.
“The fact that these three great organisations come together to support people doing it tough is a credit to the organisations and to all the members.
“The Salvation Army’s volunteers will now put together hampers based on the needs of the families they are supporting.
“It’s a great effort by those volunteers as well because it means that families get the support they need, and every single donation is used in a way that it will make a real difference.
“I know that the appeal makes a genuine difference.
“We have actually had people come in to make a donation who, in the past, have received support from the appeal and it’s definitely motivating to hear that the generosity of the community has helped people when they need it the most.
“I’d like everyone who donated to know that their generosity is appreciated and that they are making a real difference.”
Salvation Army stalwart Clarence Sutcliffe and Member for Burdekin, Dale Last MP, were pleasantly surprised by the community’s donations for Mr Last’s Christmas Appeal
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