South Australian Police authorities were deployed to the Victorian border to assist in the screening of residents into the state. The warm welcome and generous contributions from local farmers did not go unnoticed. Continue reading Country hospitality in the wake of COVID-19
If you love lamingtons as much as you love a good freebie, head down to Rundle Mall this Lamington Day for a free treat from Kytons Bakery! To celebrate, OTR spoke to the owner of this South Australian icon about all things lamington in the age of COVID-19. Continue reading Free lamingtons! Kytons Bakery celebrates Lamington Day around SA
Since the pandemic, there has been a dramatic increase in the number of South Australians relying on food services. As food services struggle to keep up with the increase in demand, some South Australian chefs have taken it upon themselves to lend a helping hand. Continue reading ‘If we pull out, these people will starve’: the volunteer chefs that are cooking to feed Adelaide’s most vulnerable
The media has made the elderly seem like a lonely bunch during COVID-19, but is that really the case? Continue reading Are the elderly lonely in COVID-19 isolation? A look beyond the statistics
COVID-19 is shaking the economy and increasing unemployment figures. Young Aussies are particularly vulnerable to the long-term impacts of youth unemployment. Continue reading Young Australians to feel social impact of unemployment for years after COVID-19
Whilst COVID-19 brought out the worst in some, it brought out the best in others, as shown by Katie Standish and her grass-roots initiative to help the elderly during these times. Continue reading Love thy neighbour: how Adelaide-based organisation, Neighbours Helping Neighbours, has helped Adelaide’s elderly throughout the pandemic
Whether it be a dog, cat, horse or mouse; many people are turning to furry companions to keep themselves company in what can be a lonely time during isolation. Continue reading Why now is the perfect time to commit to adopting a pet
While some of the most essential sanitary products including soap and toilet paper are quickly running low, some people are taking matters into their own hands and doing their best to provide these necessities for people who are struggling. Continue reading Random acts of kindness: how people are showing kindness in a time of uncertainty
While it may seem that donating goods is helpful in this challenging time, it is in fact the opposite due to the closure of most charity stores across the country. Fortunately, there are other ways we can provide support to those in need during this period. Continue reading Helping instead of hurting those in need
Crack open a cold one with the girls this long weekend. Continue reading Beer: It’s a woman’s world now
