One mum’s despair becomes hope for others
Care and compassion helped Emma Macreadie overcome post-natal depression, now the Victorian mum has found a beautiful way to give back.
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Without them, 2020 could have been so much worse
When times get tough, there are special people who step up. Meet the workers from around the country who ensured Australians had always had access to needed supplies this year.
From drug addiction to charity hero
The Salvation Army helped Danny Salsbury through his drug addiction so when the charity’s Hope Dinners for the homeless were under threat of closing, he stepped up.
Help us thank a million Aussies by Australia Day
While 2020 will be a year to remember – and not for all the right reasons – countless moments of courage and kindness have kept the Australian spirit alive. Now, we’re calling on you to tell us who deserves our thanks.
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Virus tester hasn’t quit since outbreak began
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On the road with the Melbourne Cup Tour
Destinations across the world are being invited to host the 2020 Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour.
Engineer’s skills give helping hands to those in need
A Victorian man who makes prosthetic limbs for children was among the winners of the Editor’s Choice medallists at the 2019 Pride of Australia awards for an act of instinctive bravery.
Quick-thinking truckie on the lookout for others
Truckie Lew Rowe has been around the block a few times and over the years has helped enough people in sticky situations to have earned himself a Pride of Australia nomination.
Selfless Sue puts her heart into saving lives
In 2010, Sue Buckman’s son Stephen, 19, collapsed while at footy training and never recovered. Now Sue is on a mission to distribute defibrillators to schools, sporting clubs and community groups.
How lifeguard’s mates saved his life
When Winchelsea lifeguard Trevor Mildenhall had a heart attack, he was lucky enough to have eight fellow lifeguards at hand to keep him alive until paramedics arrived.
Alfred Hospital staff throw the wedding of the year
They gave a critically ill woman the wedding of her dreams, and now the team behind the heartwarming hospital ward wedding have been nominated for a Pride of Australia award.
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