What a delight it was to have a look at Amanda’s Garden and to try and capture some of the beauty on the garden on video. Even more significant than that was to meet Barry and Lorraine Young and hear the story behind the garden and the Amanda Young Foundation.
When Amanda Young died of meningococcal disease in 1997 there was hardly any awareness of the disease, even among the medical profession. Since then Barry and Lorraine, though the vehicle of the Amanda Young Foundation, have not only brought awareness, but significant steps have been made in overcoming the meningococcal disease.
One of the privileges of developing these weekly “Inspire Newscasts” is the ability to meet people like Lorraine and Barry, to hear their stories, and to share them with you. There are so many great people doing great things in our community and we need to hear these stories in order to lift our spirits and see the good in our world.
Amanda’s Garden Fete
October 24 @ 10:00 am – October 25 @ 4:30 pm
24 & 25 October. Amanda’s Garden Fete. There is something for everyone at this garden. Massed rose displays, water features, large variety of trees, shrubs and plants in rural setting. Devonshire teas, sausage sizzle, plant sales, art display, Paddy’s market and music. Located at the junction of Margaret and Matison Streets, Southern River. 10am to 4.30pm daily. All proceeds go towards Meningococcal Awareness. Entry $5. Enquiries 9398 7275. http://www.amandayoungfoundation.org.au.
INSPIRE NEWSCAST 
Hi Rob
I remember when Amanda died and how little we knew of this horrible bacteria. This is a beautiful tribute to her and the awareness this wonderful couple have brought to all of us is just amazing. Another great podcast – thank you so much.
Thankyou Margaret. It was very inspiring