Almost 3,000 gifts are on their way to those less fortunate
thanks to the generosity of the Blacktown community
through the Mayoress Community Christmas Gift Appeal.
The presents, delivered to two wonderful charities; Act for
Kids and MacKillop Family Services, and our Sister City
partner, Liverpool Plains Shire Council in Quirindi, will be on
their way to numerous families.
“It has been very heart-warming to see the support of the
Blacktown community,” Blacktown City Mayoress Anne Bali,
said.
“The presents will go a long way to putting a smile on the
face of those who are having a tough time.
“MacKillop Family Services supports the vulnerable and
disadvantaged children, young people and their families,
including families raising a child with a disability.
“Act for Kids provides free support services to children and
families who have experienced, or are at risk of, child abuse
and neglect, while many families within the Liverpool Plains
Shire Council have been struggling as a result of the drought.
“To be able to positively impact their lives by sending a
simple gift is a great honour for me.
“We have wrapped a number of gifts including books, toys,
clothing and food. I hope they love their gifts as much as we
loved sending them over.”
The Mayoress of Blacktown City, Anne Bali and volunteers dedicate their time to gift wrapping.
President of Blacktown Ponds Lions Club and the
General Manager of Ettamogah Pub, the Mayoress of
Blacktown City Anne Bali, Immediate last president of
Blacktown Ponds Lion Club Paul McInnes, Blacktown
City Mayor Stephen Bali MP and Lachlan McInnes,
deliver a van full of presents.
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