As mayor of Greater Geelong I have the privilege of attending many events across our region.
Some of these are large scale, major events that contribute enormously to the broader Geelong economy.
Then there are those grassroots community events that allow opportunities to meet and chat with locals about the things that really matter to them.
What I have found at these smaller occasions is that people in our region really do have a deep care for their fellow community members.
There is a great level of pride right across our city that comes from showing support for those doing it tough.
That is perhaps never more evident than the annual Royal Melbourne Children’s Hospital Good Friday Appeal.
Despite the fact this is a metropolitan based hospital, many people in our region have had to spend time at this facility, and I know that people across Greater Geelong have been wonderful supporters
of this appeal over many years.
Sadly we probably all know someone, or know of someone, who has had to spend time with a child at the Royal Melbourne Children’s Hospital.
This can be an extremely difficult and emotional time for parents, siblings and other relatives, as well as for the child.
But the work the Royal Melbourne Children’s Hospital does is world class and so much of that is made possible thanks to the donations made each year for the Good Friday appeal.
We are in challenging times as a result of cost-of-living issues that are affecting everybody in a number of ways.
But if you are out and about at one of the many community fundraisers and you are in a position to do so, please consider making a donation to the Royal Melbourne Children’s Hospital so that they may continue the amazing work they are doing.
Have a safe and happy Easter.
