THE HON STEPHEN JONES MP

ASSISTANT TREASURER

MINISTER FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES

MEMBER FOR WHITLAM

MEDIA RELEASE

Federal Member for Whitlam Stephen Jones has today launched the annual Whitlam Christmas Food and Toy Drive in partnership with CareWays Community Ltd and Meals on Wheels Southern Highlands.

Local residents are being asked to drop off new, unwrapped non-perishable foods such as mini puddings, shortbread, chocolate, tea & coffee, toiletries, and small gifts including children’s toys to Mr Jones’ office in Shellharbour for families in need this festive season.

Items can be donated Mondays to Fridays between 9am and 5pm until Wednesday 13 December. These gifts will then be distributed to people in time for Christmas.

Quotes attributable to Member for Whitlam Stephen Jones:

“I know people are doing it tough, and I want to encourage those who are able to donate to please do so. No matter how big or small, these gifts are going to make a big difference for families.”

“I want to thank CareWays Community in Dapto and Meals on Wheels Southern Highlands who do a fantastic job supporting people in need. I know how much they will value these donations from our community.

“As a Government, we remain committed to doing everything we can to help with the cost of living without adding pressure to inflation as we approach Christmas.