The Fold had the honour of being involved in the NSW Government Premier Department’s ‘Know Your Neighbour’ program; designed to engage young people in creating digital content that builds social cohesion and amplifies diverse voices in our community. Through the grant our young journalists received journalism and content training from a media expert and mentorship from our team.

Pop In’s Light the Night Vigil brought the Wingecarribee community together to honour lives lost to domestic and family violence and to stand in solidarity with those affected. Held as part of the UN Women 16 Days of Activism, the evening was a powerful reminder that change begins with conversation, compassion and community support.

From November 25th to December 10th, Pop In is inviting our Wingecarribee community to unite for the 16 Days of Activism, a global campaign aimed at ending domestic violence.

Discover how these fab programs are empowering teens with confidence, resilience, and life skills to tackle challenges. Learn about the program’s impact and how you can get involved.

With the warmer weather settling in across the Southern Highlands, it’s time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine! But it’s also time to prepare for bushfire season.

 

The NSW Bushfire Danger Period has officially begun, and now’s the time to make sure your home and property are bushfire-ready.

It started as a local charity lunch… now it’s one of the Highlands’ most loved spring traditions. Here’s the story behind the Bowral Long Lunch.

 

Meet Georgie Lewis, the 2025 Young Highlands Hero, celebrated by the Southern Highlands Community Foundation!

 

At just 16, she’s raised tens of thousands through her Pink Golf Day events and is donating her award grant to support women and children in need.

 

Discover how Georgie is making a real impact in her community.

Meet Peter Doris, the 2025 Highlands Hero, recognised by the Southern Highlands Community Foundation!

 

With 30 years of volunteering at St Vincent de Paul, Peter has transformed lives across the Southern Highlands, supporting hundreds of people and mentoring over 400 volunteers.

 

Discover his inspiring story of dedication, leadership, and community spirit.

NSW recyclers have already turned one million bottles and cans into $100,000 in donations, which is enough to fund two fully trained Guide Dogs. Now it’s the Southern Highlands’ turn to make a difference.

Seventeen-year-old Violet FitzSimons from Oxley College has just made history as the first Aussie to win the international Young Courage Award. Woah!

 

This award shines a light on young people around the world who are making a real difference, and Violet’s doing just that by helping kids and teens feel confident when they speak.

 

At 13 she started Grow Your Voice, a free platform that makes public speaking less scary and way more fun. Now it’s grown into something that’s giving confidence to young people everywhere.

 

We recently got the chance to chat with Violet about her journey and what this award means, along with Oxley College Principal Mr Scott Bedingfield, who shared his perspective on watching her rise to the global stage.