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As the holiday season approaches, we at Caring for Kiriwina want to take a moment to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year as we welcome 2025!

This time of year reminds us of the incredible community that surrounds us. We are incredibly grateful to our Kiriwinan community, our invaluable partners, generous sponsors, dedicated volunteers, and kind-hearted donors. Your support empowers us to continue our mission to serve those in need, and it plays a crucial role in our success.

Reflecting on the past year, we recognise that we wouldn’t be where we are today without your selfless contributions. Your unwavering commitment inspires us every day and drives us closer to our goals. Together, we are making a positive impact and working towards a better world for everyone.

Thank you for being such an essential part of our journey. We look forward to the challenges and successes that the new year will bring, and we are excited to continue this important work alongside all of you.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with love and happiness!

Warm regards, 

The Caring for Kiriwina Team 

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Last week, we had an inspiring meeting with our CFK directors, some of our most dedicated supporters, and our in-country manager. Together, we reflected on our successes in 2024 and brainstormed exciting plans for 2025. A heartfelt thank you to all our supporters for helping us turn our vision into reality. Your contributions have allowed our charity to grow and thrive, and we can’t wait to see what we can achieve together in the coming year!

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Today marks the tenth anniversary of our beloved founder, Margaret Lawton’s passing. We feel her absence every day. Margaret’s spirit continues to guide all decisions at CFK, alongside the spirit of her husband, the Reverend Doctor Ralph Lawton. We are deeply grateful for the time we shared with them, and we know that their presence made the world a better place.

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We are pleased to announce that thirty sturdy lanterns are en route to support the important work of the CFK Village birth attendants on the remote island of Kiriwina in Papua New Guinea. These lanterns will provide essential lighting and also symbolise hope and encouragement for the dedicated volunteers who assist mothers during childbirth in this vibrant community.

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Looking for a special Christmas gift that truly gives back? Discover our stunning CFK Photo Reflection of 2025 Desktop Calendars! These unique calendars come beautifully packaged in a recycled plastic desktop stand, with free postage across Australia. What’s more, every dollar raised goes directly to our vital CFK initiatives that are saving lives!

Featuring stunning photography taken by CFK’s very own in-country charity manager, these calendars aren’t just a gift—they’re an ethical and environmentally friendly choice. They’re perfect for your loved ones and support a worthy cause at the same time.

Don’t miss your chance to make a positive difference in the world while gifting something beautiful and practical. Add these meaningful calendars to your Christmas list today!

Ready to make an impact? Purchase now by clicking here: CFK Desktop 2025 Calendar – Caring For Kiriwina Ltd.

When checking out, please share your postal address in the comments or reach out to us at info@caringforkiriwina.org.au.

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**Product Features:** 

– All Clear Design – 100% Transparent 

– Folds Back to a 45-Degree Angle 

– Ideal for Desktop Use 

– Top-Notch Materials & Craftsmanship 

– Durable and Long-Lasting 

**Dimensions:** 

Case: 96 x 96mm x 12mm 

Insert: 93 x 93mm 

Let’s spread joy and hope together this holiday season! 🌟

We’re thrilled to share that we’ve shipped 100 baby knits to Kiriwina! A huge thank you to Sandy and John Reid for facilitating this effort and to the talented knitters and sewers from Belrose Country Club and Willandra Village. These cherished items are in high demand and will greatly benefit the community. Together, we’re making a positive impact, one stitch at a time.

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On November 8th, our Mobile Clinic team gathered for an important meeting with birth attendants in the coastal village of Teyava. Dressed in their CFK uniforms, the birth attendants came together to participate in reporting that aimed to enhance their skills and knowledge. This contact is crucial as it empowers these dedicated individuals to continue providing essential care to the community.

We’ve captured a moment from the meeting, which you can check out in the photo. While we apologise for the quality, we’re grateful to have these images as a reminder of our work together.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our sponsors and donors. Your generous support makes this vital work possible and helps us continue to improve healthcare in underrepresented areas.

Stay tuned for more updates as we strive to make a difference in the lives of those in Teyava and beyond!

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Here are more images from Kiriwina featuring our Village Birth Volunteers (VBAs) working with mothers and their babies. We also have news that the next shipment of medicines has arrived in Port Moresby, ready for its challenging journey to Kiriwina. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our sponsors and donors who have supported us in keeping Kiriwina’s mothers and babies safe. We couldn’t have achieved this without your help. Together, we are making a difference and empowering women to bring healthy babies into the world.

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We’re thrilled to announce that our mobile health clinics have successfully completed their first visits to expectant mothers on the island! After a year-long pause due to funding challenges, they’re back and ready to serve our communities.

Midwives from the Louisa Health Centre, along with our dedicated Village Birth Attendant (VBA) coordinator, have reached mothers, babies, and VBAs in remote villages.

We celebrate this significant milestone and recognise all who contributed to making this possible. This is just the beginning of our journey!

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Some images from some of the CFK VBA meetings. Header Image: Kilivila one meeting,

Kilivila two meeting
Kilivila two second group meeting-omarakana-kulakewa and kaulagu not present
Kuboma (VBA) meeting

The Lawton family would like to express their appreciation for Jean and the entire Thomson family’s support for their work on Kiriwina over the years. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Jean’s family and all who loved her—she will be deeply missed.