A warm response to ‘Backyard’ builders

A LOCAL charity is set to move on to greener pastures thanks to the generous support of local clubs and volunteers.
Not-for-profit organisation the Sunshine Butterflies will use $4000 donated through the annual Noosa combined Club Smile for a Child charity golf day to build a stable at the organisation’s new ‘Backyard’ located in Cooroibah.
The new premises will consist of a five-acre hobby farm which will host social and recreational programs and activities for children and teens with a disability.
Along with the new stable, the property will also have a purpose-built horticulture training facility, barn yard and respite facility, creating a fun learning environment for members.
Sunshine Butterflies CEO and founder Leanne Walsh said the support of the community and local clubs had made a big impact on the organisation, and she was excited to turn her dream of a backyard into a reality.
“The transformation from a five-acre patch of dirt to our ‘Backyard’ is impacting the lives of our members in ways that are hard to put in to words,” Ms Walsh said.
“Their excitement has become infectious as we are turning this dream into a much-needed reality for the community.
“It wouldn’t have been possible without local support and we are so excited to be one step closer to making our ‘Backyard’ available for the local community to enjoy with us.
“We are so grateful to every person, each organisation, each hour given and every dollar donated – all of which make an incredible difference no matter how big or small.”