Hundreds of children from refugee and asylum seeker families have been treated to an early Christmas at a toy drive in Melbourne’s west.
Families of various faiths came together in Melbourne’s west on Monday to celebrate giving in the spirit of Christmas through a unique toy drive.
The drive works with various sponsors and donors to gather a range of toys appropriate for different ages and needs.Hiba Faraj and her two daughters, Sazan and Maram, fled Iraq three years ago.“I don't have anyone. I don't have family, so this is a big thing,” Ms Faraj told SBS News.
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