How neighbours become a lifeline in times of need.

“Bushfire, flood, big storm. Did you know that in crises such as these, 90 percent of the support people receive in the first 24 hours comes from within one kilometre of their house? It’s local resources, it’s neighbour helping neighbour. It’s community.”

– Shani Graham

An inspiring talk by Shani Graham (West Beacy Bunch) detailing her experience transforming a local neighbourhood into a true community where neighbours actively look after one another. Her words are a reminder that community is a shared responsibility, something that needs to be built and cared for by the very people who live within it.