The Hobsons Bay community is being called on to give a helping hand to those who are struggling to make ends meet through the 2025 Hobsons Bay Christmas Drive which is underway now.
Until 12 December, the community can donate non-perishable food items and toys at select locations across Hobsons Bay.
The items will then be packaged into hampers and distributed to local people experiencing hardship, with this year’s drive having a goal of providing more than 80 hampers to families in need across Hobsons Bay.
The drive is delivered by Laverton Community Integrated Services, with support from Hobsons Bay council and other local partners.
Hobsons Bay mayor Daria Kellander encouraged local residents to give generously, saying every donation, no matter small, would make a difference.
“Drives such as these are a small way to support our neighbours and community members in a time of need, bringing a little cheer to them this Christmas,” Cr Kellander said.
“We know the cost-of-living crisis has unfortunately affected many people across our city.
“I call on our community to give what they can and extend a hand to those in need.”
Donation boxes are located at all council libraries and community centres, the Altona and Williamstown police stations, BayFit Leisure Centre in Altona North and Jim’s Self Storage in Williamstown.
Details: hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/ChristmasDrive
