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Dear <<First Name>>
Spring is finally here, and we are seeing signs of new life and beginnings everywhere. Here at gemaker we hope that this time of year brings to you some optimism for the good times that lay ahead.
While it may sometimes feel like Groundhog Day (especially to those in lockdown), it is important to remember that it is only temporary, and we will get through this.
We hope that these laughs, good news stories, and activities add some Rays of Sunshine to your day. Share some sunshine with a friend or subscribe to future editions.
Natalie Chapman
Managing Director, gemaker
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Funniest things on the internet
In this series, Guardian Australia asks its favourite comedians to tour through the tweets, Instagram posts, TikToks and YouTube videos they return to when they need cheering up. So much gold to explore.
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Loads of laughs
Over a million followers don’t lie. @weee.comedy is your one stop laugh shop. Filled with bloopers, memes and classic funny home videos. Warning: ultimate time waster, but so worth it.
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Community-based solutions
The Afghanistan crisis has shocked many Australians, with some communities putting up their hands to help sponsor refugees. Humans looking after humans with compassion, empathy and out-of-the-box thinking.
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Everybody needs good neighbours
Traditionally city folk have kept to themselves, but isolation has seen apartment dwellers reaching out to one another more than ever before. That's when good neighbours become good friends.
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Gnoccing together dinner
SBS Food is to thank for this simple pumpkin and potato gnocchi recipe from @bakeclub_australia. A great way for kids to ultise their playdough skills (and to sneak in some extra veggies). Fun for the whole family to not only make but also eat.
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Paper pup puppets
Nothing makes us feel better than some time with four-legged friends. Art Gallery NSW has created step-by-step instructions, pictures, and templates to create your very own puppy puppet. Suitable for kids and kids at heart.
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Holidays at home
School Holidays are fast approaching. The good news is homeschooling is out the window for a few weeks and it’s time for some fun. Book in with some great entertaining virtual programs like EarlyStart, Talent Club Australia and Kids Unlimited.
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It's a sign
The whole family can join forces to have fun and learn a new skill. The Auslan Company offers lots of free short classes for beginners to Auslan (Australian sign language). Each class teaches the basics of signing through stories, songs, and nursery rhymes. New courses are added monthly.
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We have all seen the devastating effects of COVID-19 around the world. In places like India, where cases have risen dramatically, hospitals are overwhelmed, and oxygen supplies are running out. And when one country is at risk, we’re all at risk.
No one can do everything, but everyone can do something. Play your part and help UNICEF deliver 2 billion vaccines, as well as millions of treatments around the world this year. Because we’ll only ever be safe, if we’re all safe.
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Tools to help keep you safe during COVID
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COVID-19 NEAR ME - AND COVID VACCINATION LOCATIONS
Sydney data expert Ken Tsang has developed an interactive map which tracks COVID-19 cases and provides the locations of where you can get vaccinated across Australia and New Zealand. Find our more here.
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