Tuesday 20 November 2012

Christmas kindness


 

A little something that I am getting involved in this festive season is Christmas Care Packages for those Australian Defence Force personnel working overseas away from their loved ones this Christmas.

For me its not about whether or not you agree with the politics or the mission behind Australia deploying troops to fight in these far away places it's about brightening these soldiers days, showing that we care about them as people.

If you would like to be apart of spreading the goodwill and kindness of Christmas you too can send a care package of your very own.

First step is to purchase a 'Bx2' sized Australia Post mailing box.
Next fill it with goodies.

Edible treats
lollies
biscuits
chips
instant noodles
small tinned foods
tea
coffee sachets
other non-perishable food items

Toiletries
deodorant (non aerosol)
shower gel
lip balm
talcum powder
disposable razors
baby wipes
soaps

magazines
books
DVDs
socks
maybe even a little handmade something too  like a drawstring bag

If you would like you can also include a card or letter of recognition and support

Parcels up to 2kg are posted free of charge (if you don't have an accurate set of scales at home it's a good idea to leave the box unsealed until its weighed at the PO, so if need be you can remove one of the gifts to bring it under the 2kg).

You have until 7 December to get your care package/s together and posted (over the counter as you'll need to sign a customs declaration).

Address your parcel box to one of the following:

Middle East
An Australian Defence Member
Goodwill Mail
AFPO 60
Middle East Operations
Australian Defence Force NSW 2890

East Timor
An Australian Defence Member
Goodwill Mail
AFPO 61
East Timor Operations
Australian Defence Force NSW 2890

Solomon Islands
An Australian Defence Member
Goodwill Mail
AFPO 62
Solomon Islands Operations
Australian Defence Force NSW 2890


More information including items that should not be included in the care packages can be found here- http://defence.gov.au/christmas/2012/postofficeservice.htm



Would love to hear if you decide to be a part of this and what you include in your care package.
x




 
 

17 comments:

  1. This is such a lovely idea...I didn't realise that a program like this existed!
    I bet you could send 2kgs of Tim Tams and make some solider very happy!

    I am going to share your post on Facebook!
    Thanks for sharing this!

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  2. Thanks for letting us know about this Zara, it's something the kids can be involved in also.

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    1. Yes a great idea to get your children involved.

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  3. Thanks Zara...what a great thing to be involved in...love those old photos!...they always have me trying to imagine living in a time like that......Im on board with you....the challenge will be keeping the parcel under the 2 kilos!
    Allison x

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  4. I also didn't know about the Goodwill Mail packages for our defence forces. Thanks for the "heads-up" Zara, and the mailing details; I'm going to participate too.

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  5. This is great Zara, thanks for sharing!

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  6. This is a fantastic idea. I also hadn't heard of it before. Thank you so much for telling us about this. xx

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  7. I'm going to do this too Zara, thanks for sharing - I had no idea you could do this until I read your post x

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  8. Thanks for sharing Zara, will get involved too :)

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  9. such a nice idea. my sisters partner is in the navy but luckily he gets back on 22 December.

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  10. Zara, thank you so much,have linked from my blog to you here so people can read about this program xx

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  11. great post!!! ;)
    kisses
    http://blogcashmeremafia.blogspot.com

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  12. What a great opportunity to make someone's mission a bit more like home, especially at Christmas! I hope I can get one done.

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  13. That is a great idea

    I am giving away a month planner, meal planner and shopping list pad and pencil for the fridge if you want to check it out http://takeshapefitness.blogspot.com.au/

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  14. Thank you for this post Zara. I'm going to link my blog to yours so hopefully more people will get on board with such a great idea.

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  15. Wonderful idea. I think we might get involved this Christmas.

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  16. Such a lovely idea!! im in next year!!

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