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10 terrific tips for a low-stress and meaningful Christmas on a budget

Goodness, it's almost Christmas! Again! As we approach the season, it's important to find ways to budget and enjoy Christmas without breaking the bank.

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The light of Christmas goodness and hope - joy for the giver and receiver

Julia explains that serving others has always been a way of life for her and her husband Michael who both grew up closely connected with The...

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Volunteers shine the light of goodness

"To volunteer for Salvos before Christmas makes Christmas really Christmas," says Trevor. People appreciate that you take the time to listen...

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Ty's Christmas of light and hope

Ty, works as an Aboriginal drug and alcohol mental health counsellor. He firmly believes there is hope for every person to find healing and...

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Christmas chaplaincy shining the light of God's goodness

Grant's story on how a chaplain helped transform his life from being remanded in Paramatta prison to a Salvos officer heading a chaplaincy t...

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A Christmas miracle of light, life and connection in Tassie

Rachel shares the story of Christmas celebration at the Salvation Army Housing Tasmania (SAHT) and how happy it is to see the tenants enjoyi...

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Shining the light of goodness and care - Christmas after catastrophic floods

Salvos officers Donna and Phil say last Christmas was tough after flooding in the NSW Northern Rivers region, but community generosity helpe...

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12 days of goodness this Christmas

Use this advent calendar to share and experience goodness as you count down to Christmas. To create a lasting feeling of goodness and happin...

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Celebrating the love and legacy of the 'Christmas Tree lady'

Story of "Christmas tree lady" who supported and visited us every year as a tradition. Now her Son continues the tradition of selling trees...

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