Australia has taken in more than 4,000 Ukrainian refugees since the Russian invasion began in February. While many have settled in our cities, some have ventured further afield. xanthekleinig abc730
abc.net.au/news/ukrainian-refugees-settle-in-community-of-orange-nsw/101347984For these families from war-torn Ukraine, the rolling hills of Orange and its surrounds in the central west of New South Wales could be an ideal balm, with plentiful employment, thriving towns, and a choice of good schools for children.
"Someone's donated a car today ... there's a food roster that will take us up to the end of Christmas."With 11 Ukrainians in the region already and more on the way, local community groups have had urgent discussions about the housing problem. Principal Matthew French from St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Molong said the children were beyond excited to be involved."Molong will be the type of place that will smother our people with love. The community here is amazing."More than 4,000 Ukrainians have arrived in Australia since Russia invaded Ukraine in February.
A number of other businesses, including restaurant Tonic in the village of Millthorpe, have offered work, and more are needed.
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