Some of the Warrnambool region\u2019s youngest residents will be able to own a book of their very own for the first time, thanks to a generous community appeal.<\/p>\n
Collins Booksellers’ Book Bunnies Program launched this week with the hope to get as many books as possible to some of the region’s most vulnerable children and families.<\/p>\n
The annual appeal launched this week and runs until 27 March, with customers encouraged to purchase a book in-store, at a discounted rate for Meli.<\/p>\n
Since the appeal began in 2018, thousands of dollars of books have been donated to children and young people in the community.<\/p>\n
Meli Team Leader Integrated Family Services Chris Wombwell said the Book Bunnies campaign was one the organisation looked forward to every year.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Book Bunnies campaign remains one of the most successful collaborations Meli South West has with the community,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe impact of the cost of living crisis has meant that purchasing new books is out of the reach of many families that Meli supports.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe know books are an essential tool in promoting engagement between parents and children, and have a positive impact on academic progress and confidence in children.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Book Bunnies campaign provides parents and children with access to quality books which unfortunately can be a luxury for many families.\u201d<\/p>\n
Customers can pledge a fiction or non-fiction book in-store at 25 per cent off for children aged 0 to 18 years.<\/p>\n
Collins Booksellers Warrnambool is at 159 Liebig Street, Warrnambool.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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