Freshwater local Philip Silvestro, who appealed to the Northern Beaches’ community for donations to take to Lismore residents adversely affected by the recent floods, was surprised when he received over six tonnes of goodwill gifts. On 3 March 2022, Mr Silvestro distributed leaflets to neighbours in his street whilst his daughter Rosita posted a message on a Facebook community

Freshwater local Philip Silvestro, who appealed to the Northern Beaches’ community for donations to take to Lismore residents adversely affected by the recent floods, was surprised when he received over six tonnes of goodwill gifts. On 3 March 2022, Mr Silvestro distributed leaflets to neighbours in his street whilst his daughter Rosita posted a message on a Facebook community