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Reaching Remote Communities: Toys on the Long Road North

04 Dec 2025

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This year, some of our most meaningful deliveries are traveling the longest distances. Partnering with community groups and logistics providers, Simply Giving is helping get toys to families in remote parts of the Northern Territory, regional Queensland, and Western Australia - places where access to donations can be limited and freight costs often stand in the way.

From dusty outback roads to small island airstrips, every parcel tells a story of persistence and kindness. Local volunteers are ensuring that no child is forgotten, even in the most isolated communities. 

These efforts highlight what makes Simply Giving special: the ability to connect people from all corners of Australia through a shared belief that every child deserves the joy of gifts on Christmas morning.

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Thanks Chantelle from QLD for donating $127.97 worth of toys, including a VTech Sleepy Sloth Cot Light
Thanks Koula from QLD for donating $20.00 worth of toys
Thanks Ricky from NSW for donating $25.99 worth of toys, including a Fireman Sam Jupiter Vehicle & Sam Figure
Thanks Koula from QLD for donating $20.00 worth of toys
Thanks Sue from NSW for donating $30.00 worth of toys
Thanks Koula from QLD for donating $20.00 worth of toys
Thanks Beverly from VIC for donating $100.00 worth of toys
Thanks Kath from VIC for donating $50.99 worth of toys, including a Bitzee Interactive Digital Pet
Thanks Helen from QLD for donating $45.99 worth of toys, including a Bluey Dump Truck With Two Figures & Accessories
Thanks Andrew from VIC for donating $30.00 worth of toys
Thanks Lloyd from NSW for donating $500.00 worth of toys
Thanks Elisabeh from WA for donating $28.98 worth of toys, including a Barbie Fairytale 65th Anniversary Doll
Thanks Sandor from NSW for donating $30.99 worth of toys, including a Style 4 Ever Mini Stationery Maker Craft Kit
Thanks Phuong from NSW for donating $125.00 worth of toys
Thanks Isabella from NSW for donating $213.46 worth of toys, including a LEGO Friends Roller Disco Arcade
Thanks Ryan from VIC for donating $100.00 worth of toys
Thanks Sanja from VIC for donating $202.43 worth of toys, including a Crayola Silly Scents Smash Ups Mini Art Case
Thanks Alana from WA for donating $117.95 worth of toys, including a BooBoo Mini Backpack Shark
Thanks Kylie from QLD for donating $50.00 worth of toys
Thanks Grace from NSW for donating $28.99 worth of toys, including a Airtime Water Slide Mat 70cm wide x 5m long