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Living angels in the Goulburn Valley

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LAST week here in Australia was National Volunteer Week, a celebration to recognise the generous contributions to our country’s volunteers, and I had the pleasure of meeting some of the most empathetic people I have come across in my life. They were palliative care patient volunteers, from Goulburn Valley Hospice.

At the beginning of our low-key catchup in the Queens Gardens, it felt like I was in the presence of something higher than life itself. All three of their faces where warm and friendly and instantly I knew I was surrounded by kind, and soft-hearted souls.

Between the three of them (Rob, Marija, and Lynne,) their time within their unique roles all exceeded 20+ years. Their reasons for getting into such giving positions were also similar. They all described a feeling that was like ‘someone calling them’ to reach out and help other people in need, including providing additional care to the loved ones who may be falling apart quietly on the side-lines.

Palliative care patient volunteers are like living angels, they are client focused and do not judge a person's situation. They are a part of a world where life limiting illness, death and grief are managed with respect and compassion.

“Sometimes it can be as simple as just sitting with someone and holding their hand, letting them know they are not alone,” said Lynne.

“I've been told I make a good coffee, and sometimes I take family members out for a coffee, to just give them some time off, it can be so overwhelming for family to,” said Rob

“I enjoy talking with people. Everyone has their own intriguing story, sometimes I think we can be told things that their family may not have ever heard. We all must celebrate life, no matter the circumstances and the end date,” said Marija.

Goulburn Valley Hospice are always looking out for new patient volunteers, so if you think this may be something you would like to give your time to, please reach out to them. Their not-for-profit organisation offer a range of support to help improve the quality of life to individuals facing the end of their life and the people around them. Holistic care in the home.

Tasty rebrand for local product line

SECURE a taste of the good life when you buy rebranded Goulburn Valley premium fruit products, part of the SPC family. The "Taste of the Good Life” rebrand encapsulates how in the Goulburn Valley, the life of fruit is so good, you can taste it.

“Goulburn Valley has a long and proud heritage, and we want to reinvigorate the brand by demonstrating how versatile the range is across all areas of cooking. In ‘Taste the Good Life’, the campaign distills the true essence of the brand and brings it to life in a way that will surely attract attention and drive purchase consideration,” said SPC fruit marketing manager, Rebecca Tilly.

“With rich soil, flowing water and an abundance of sunshine, the Goulburn Valley is the beautiful home of our produce. Not only does our produce taste delicious, achieving an appetising look is something we are equally passionate about,” says Tilly.

This is the first major consumer-based campaign delivered by the SPC house of brands in three years. A new logo has been implemented across the Goulburn Valley range.

“Within the SPC family of brands, we are committed to always enhancing the great food experience for our customers. We are excited to announce the “Taste the Good Life” campaign, dedicated to the richness of the Goulburn Valley and the careful packaging that delivers our produce to people around Australia and globally,” said SPC CEO, Robert Giles.

The product range includes Multi-Serve Fruit 700g (RRP: $4.60), Snack Packs x2 160g (RRP: $4.50), and Orchard Splash Sub-Brand Snack Packs x2 160g (RRP: $4.50).

BUY LOCAL...SPC’s Goulburn Valley premium fruit products have a new look that celebrates the quality of fruit grown in the region. Photo: Supplied.