The Tuncurry unit has recently increased its membership by 20 volunteers post the bushfires which have raged through the Manning and Great Lakes in recent months.

Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead has expressed his thanks to businesses such as Earl's Turf that have assisted over the last few months within the community in the aftermath of the fires.

"It's time like these that our community spirit really shows through," he said. "This really makes me proud to be the parliamentary member representing such a tight knit community, that has never had a second thought of helping each other."

"It businesses like this helping those in their time of need that has made a difference during these hard times."

It has been Australia's lost summer. Drought, hail, floods and, worst of all, bushfires have ravaged communities all over the nation. But the selfless actions of friends, family, neighbours, strangers, local groups and volunteer organisations have inspired us and strengthened the bonds of community. Please join us in saying thanks to the heroes of the home front by sharing your stories of gratitude. To salute a person or a group, please use the form below.