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The past 18 months has been a period of unprecedented bushfires, drought, floods and a rampant pandemic.
At the same time it has been a period of generosity, kindness, selflessness and compassion, loss and despair.
When Failford resident, Anthony Naughton learned about the devastating loss experienced by one local family following last month's floods he didn't hesitate to extend the hand of generosity.
"I read a post on the Nabiac News and Chat (Facebook) page about a couple of families that lost everything in the floods," he said.
A well-known motoring enthusiast, Anthony had a 'spare' vehicle parked on his JAX Tyres and Auto, Forster premises.
I would like to think that if I lost everything in a flood or fire someone would help me out.
- Anthony Naughton
The bright yellow 1998 Hyundai sedan had been set aside as a future demolition derby or racing car.
But, following a quick chat with wife Olivia, Anthony - without hesitation - made the generous decision to give the vehicle to John, who had lost everything in the floods.
John's losses included his uninsured car which was needed for medical appointments and to pick up medications.
"We had plans for it, but decided to donate it and give someone their independence back," Anthony said.
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Anthony provided the pink slip for the unregistered vehicle, while another paid for the rego.
"He was pretty glad; ecstatic that someone had looked after him."
Anthony said it was an easy decision
"I would like to think that if I lost everything in a flood or fire someone would help me out.
"I really love the little community we have out here, and the people that live in it.
"It's been a tough few years here with bushfires, floods and COVID."
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Jeanene Duncan
Jeanene has more than 40 years experience as a regional and rural journalist starting at The Land Newspaper. She also worked for Stock Journal Newspaper (SA), McPherson, Fairfax newspapers and Rural Press, and contributed to various magazines.
Jeanene has more than 40 years experience as a regional and rural journalist starting at The Land Newspaper. She also worked for Stock Journal Newspaper (SA), McPherson, Fairfax newspapers and Rural Press, and contributed to various magazines.
