PHOTO: Rata Jackson (left) and her fellow volunteers received the Walgett Shire Council's Australia Day Event of the Year Award in 2020. (Lightning Ridge Bowling Club).
An initiative started by a Lightning Ridge newcomer six years ago has been on a mission to combat loneliness in the community. Last week, it received a state award, hailing success in supporting mental and social well being.
Rata Jackson moved to Lightning Ridge six years ago, knowing no one and preparing herself for a lonely Christmas...
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