Community at 3, Aussie Battlers, Vinnies and other organisations all ran Christmas donation drives ahead of the holidays, a period which can bring increased costs and stress for vulnerable members of the community.

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Individuals and businesses from across the region were quick to donate, serving as a festive reminder of the generosity of the Camden Haven community.

Mr Hadfield highlighted the importance of such projects, particularly during challenging economic times.

“We have not seen an economic situation like this since the global financial crisis,” Mr Hadfield said.

“The smallest gesture can sometimes make the biggest difference, and one thing I love about our community is how we band together and support one another.”

According to Homelessness Australia, over 122,000 people experience homelessness each night, with the rising cost of living and housing shortages putting more families at risk.

With the cost of living and interest rates at extreme highs, Christmas came at a difficult period for many.

Community at 3’s Christmas Appeal and Giving Tree, which is held annually, aimed to ease this burden, providing essentials, gifts, and moments of joy for those most in need.

Mr Hadfield, a local real estate agent, put his money where his mouth is, donating $300 to the cause on behalf of Stone Real Estate.

“With Christmas right around the corner, it’s an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of the holiday and the importance of giving, rather than receiving,” Mr Hadfield said before Christmas.

Theo Hazelgrove, Co-chair of Community at 3, told News Of The Area, “It’s always great to see local businesses give back to the community, especially at a time when many are doing it tough.”