Decades of generosity and dedication 

It’s not every day you come across someone whose generosity has spanned decades, yet that’s exactly the story of Nick Trandos and his unwavering support of Foodbank WA. 

Since we first opened our doors back in 1994, Nick Trandos was there, making sure fresh, local produce found its way to the people who needed it most. For more than 30 years, Trandos Farms donations have become something of a cornerstone, helping fill countless plates and making healthy food more accessible across Western Australia. 

For Nick, it never seemed to be about spotlight – when asked in 1999 why he had kept up donating for so long, his answer was simple: “There is too much waste in this country and these are products that people should have. Fruit and vegetables are essential, and they should be available to everyone.” Coming from a family deeply rooted in agriculture, Nick understood just how powerful a box of fresh tomatoes or corn could be, not just for nutrition, but for dignity and hope. 

Over the years, the scale and consistency of these donations have made a real impact. It’s easy to picture the scene: crates of ripe, fresh produce rolling into Foodbank WA’s warehouse, destined for families doing it tough. Each delivery is a reminder of what can happen when local growers and community organisations work hand in hand. 

Approximately 40% of the food donated in the first six months of our operation in 1994 was packaged and frozen products with the balance being fresh fruit and vegetables – and the first consignment came from none other than Nick Trandos. 

In the last ten years alone, Trandos Farms have donated more than an astonishing 250,000kg of produce since we opened our Centre for Hunger Relief.   

What’s even more remarkable is that Nick Trandos’ commitment never wavered, even as the world has changed around him. Through droughts, market challenges, and economic ups and downs, the donations have kept coming like clockwork. 

Sadly, Nick – former mayor and Freeman of both the Cities of Wanneroo and Joondalup, passed away this June at the age of 90. 

We send our deepest condolences to the Trandos family and thank them from the bottom of our hearts for their donations and continuing support. 

In the end, it’s people like Nick Trandos – those who quietly do good, year after year – who remind us what real community spirit looks like. As we continue our mission to fight hunger, Nick’s story stands as a testament to the lasting power of kindness, one fresh delivery at a time.