A special visit to Foodbank Bunbury

Governor Chris Dawson and Mrs Darrilyn Dawson at Foodbank Bunbury entrance.

We were honoured to welcome our patrons, Governor Chris Dawson and Mrs Darrilyn Dawson, to our Foodbank Bunbury branch recently.

Both have long been passionate advocates for Foodbank WA and it was a pleasure to host them at the heart of our Southwest operations.

Their visit was an opportunity to showcase not only the scale of the work happening in Bunbury, but also the people who make it possible.

Michael and Latisha were excited to take the Governor and Mrs Dawson on a tour of the branch, who took the time to speak with several of our long‑serving staff and volunteers. These conversations offered a genuine insight into the dedication, compassion and community spirit that drive the Bunbury team every day. Many of our volunteers shared stories about why they chose to give their time, the challenges they see in the community, and the positive impact Foodbank has on local families.

The Governor and Mrs Dawson also spent time hearing about the future of Foodbank in the Southwest, including our plans for the new purpose‑built Dalyellup site. This development represents an exciting step forward – expanding our capacity, improving access for those who need support, and creating new opportunities for community engagement. Their interest and enthusiasm for the project reaffirmed the importance of this next chapter for the region.

We are incredibly grateful to Governor and Mrs Dawson for their ongoing support and for taking the time to visit and connect with our team. Their presence was a meaningful reminder that our work resonates far beyond our warehouse walls, and that together with our volunteers, staff and supporters, we are building stronger, more food‑secure communities across Western Australia.