Westfund collective:

Maroochy Men’s Shed is located on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.

Beneath the shed’s surface is a thriving support network for men of all walks of life, offering companionship, craftsmanship and above all, a good time.

Third-generation farmer Ian Burnett is a passionate member of the Emerald community. Never hesitating to put up his hand and volunteer when he sees a need, Ian is equally proud of his land and relishes the opportunity to work closely with family. He graciously took some time from his busy schedule to share some of his story with us.

Classrooms at Wallerawang’s Pied Piper Preschool are playing host to an exciting health-based initiative aimed at early identification of speech and language problem in children.2

In a relatively nondescript building in Moranbah, Queensland, is surely one of the town’s best-kept secrets – their impressive gymnastics facility.

Three families from NSW – the Kensits, the Moodys and the Flinns – generously welcomed us to their properties to hear their stories, leaving us with a deep appreciation for the beauty of their surroundings.

Queensland’s Sunshine Coast is home to some special four-legged friends making a difference to children’s lives with special needs.