The Kingborough Helping Hands Sharing Tree was officially opened on Friday morning, November 25 at Channel Court Shopping Centre. The tree is located in front of Woolworths and welcomes the community to donate Christmas gifts to local families in need this Christmas. “Last year we gave away 1500 gifts including 250 hampers worth $100 each and 180 gift packs for the elderly,” said Edna Pennicott,...
With the giving season on the horizon, Kingborough’s Stitch and Share joined in Share the Dignity’s annual It’s in the Bag campaign.Share the Dignity is a charity that supports women and girls experiencing homelessness, fleeing domestic violence or living it rough.It’s in the Bag is a Christmas appeal that encourages everyday Australians to put together bags filled with essential items (and...