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For the past couple of months I’ve watched in awe as our style team and trusted helpers have dreamt up projects for DIY July. Creativity and a can-do attitude go a long way, and it’s even more rewarding when savings and satisfaction align.

What better time to dive in than DIY July? Of course, we have access to the collective knowledge of the experts in Bunnings stores across the country – but then so do you. And we drew on our red-shirted friends to help bring many of the projects to life – from furniture upcyles to a weekend bathroom refresh and a fabulous mud room build. Head online for loads more inspiration, and get the kids involved during the school holidays by taking part in free fun workshops in various stores*. The DIY drive doesn’t end in July, because our search for Australia’s best DIY jobs (see page 13) will bring readers’ handiwork into focus in coming months. We’ll share the best of the best, small and large. And I’m particularly excited about our new category, recognising community groups who create and make for the benefit of all.

Snag some funds

THAT SAUSAGE IN BREAD CAN HELP SUSTAIN YOUR LOCAL ORGANISATIONS

For more than 25 years, the Bunnings sausage sizzle has been a beloved part of the Bunnings experience for customers, while providing community groups with a simple way to raise funds to continue their important work.

One such group is Feed It Forward, founded by Monica Morunga in Western Australia in 2018. Today, a network of more than 500 volunteers collect food from 150-plus locations, helping to put meals on the table for people facing financial hardship.

“Last year, we helped more than 150,000 families and connected with schools, childcare, aged care centres, retirement villages, soup kitchens and indigenous communities,” says Monica. “Our association with Bunnings helps immensely.”

Indigenous pots

EXPLORE THE BEAUTY OF THESE PAINTED PLANTERS

NAIDOC week begins on July 2, kicking off cultural and educational activities celebrating the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The popular Indigenous pots range showcases the work of one of the longest running, 100 per cent Aboriginal-owned arts centres in Australia, the Warlukurlangu Artists Aboriginal Corporation. As a not-for-profit organisation, proceeds from this pot range directly support Warlukurlangu artists who reside in the remote desert communities of Yuendumu and Nyirripi. Their colourful acrylic paintings and prints are centred on traditional storytelling. Find out more at bunnings.com.au/indigenous-pots.

To host a sizzle, not-forprofit organisations just need volunteers and a few supplies – Bunnings helps with the rest! And 100 per cent of funds raised go directly to the community groups running the barbecue. Apply by mail or email to the Activities Organiser at your local store – visit bunnings. com.au/stores – outlining what the funds will be used for (such as upgrading facilities or buying new equipment).

See you at the next sizzle!