The 40 Hour Famine is one of Australia’s biggest community awareness and youth fundraising events. It is a powerful – and meaningful – way that Australians can experience what life is like for children who have to go without – Every. Single. Day. Read more...

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28 July 2010 : Our tips for Staying Safe
Going without anything for 40 hours – especially something you love – is gonna be tough. And if you’ve decided you want to give up food, then you may as well be prepared.
You don't have to be Bear Grylls to survive the 40 Hour Famine, but there's a few guidelines you should check out all the same. We want to see you back next year, so good luck with your efforts, be safe and use common sense.
Check out our full list of tips for Staying Safe here


19 July 2010 : Leading Fundraisers and super Famine folk
The race to become this year's top 40 Hour Famine Fundraiser is heating up - with just $25 separating the top 3 Groups! Today we give you a run down on the top Groups and Individuals - as well as some other super Famine participants.
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2010 World Vision Youth Ambassador: Jessamy Taylor in Nepal
by Jessamy Taylor
29 July 2010

Jessamy : Do you want my job?

Everyone, I think I have the best job in the world! This past seven months as the Youth Ambassador for Western Australia has been amazing. It was the PERFECT way to spend my Gap Year. Here's a run down on all the things I've experienced, enjoyed, learnt and been challenged by.
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2010 World Vision Youth Ambassador: Tom Kiat in Nepal
by Tom Kiat
29 July 2010

Tom : The Leader's Debate

Julia Gillard and Tony Abbott faced off on Sunday night, each outlining the problems facing our nation as well as explaining how they would go about solving them. As I listened to the debate I have to admit I found my mind getting way off track. I know that what they are talking about is serious business for millions of Aussies, yet I couldn't help thinking about how these problems compared to those experienced in the developing world.
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