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A very memorable Day for Daniel as residents step out in red

There’s no better time to wear red than Day for Daniel. And this year, our residents led the way in memory of Daniel Morcombe.

As proud partners of the Daniel Morcombe Foundation, Reside Communities’ villages across Southeast Queensland always participate in fundraising activities to raise awareness and educate people on the important role grandparents play in child safety education.

This year, the day packed an extra punch, following the passing of Daniel’s Law in State Parliament, which will deliver Queensland’s first public child sex offender register.

The landmark legislation announced on October 30, honours the legacy of the Sunshine Coast schoolboy, whose abduction and murder in 2003 inspired two decades of advocacy for stronger child protection laws.

At Brookland Robertson, community spirits were high as dozens of residents and staff took part in the Walk for Daniel around our beautiful village. We followed this with a barbecue and morning tea, as well as a fundraiser for the Daniel Morcombe Foundation.

Along with fighting for the causes they believe in, Daniel’s parents Bruce and Denise have worked hard to ensure the Daniel Morcombe Foundation is at the forefront of child safety in Australia and providing up-to-date resources for children, parents, schools and communities.

Reside Communities CEO Glen Brown said it was important to recognise the role that grandparents have to play in child safety.

“It’s not only parents who have a role to play in keeping children safe,” he said.

“Grandparents are often key role models, and our residents have a wonderful opportunity to share wisdom and guidance that helps younger generations stay safe and aware.

“It was inspiring to see so many of our communities come together in support of the Daniel Morcombe Foundation and this incredibly meaningful cause.”