June 2005, The Australian School in Malawi - a pictorial progress report.

They say it takes a whole village to raise a child. In Malawi, a whole village is working together to ensure a bright future for their children.

It all starts with a dream of providing children with a basic right –education. It is a journey that begins with a man and a pile of bricks. But he cannot do it alone.

With the help of the community, a pile of bricks is slowly transformed into a building of hope.

Everyone does his or her share.

No amount of help is too small or insignificant.

Each person’s contribution is important.

And with every bit of help, we see things taking shape.

It’s amazing what the strength of a community and a pile of bricks can become.

As the school is made secure with hard work and love, so is the future of their children.

Here, a classroom will soon stand where the nation’s future leaders will be formed and educated.

It is a school built to stand the test of time.

And provide children with the most decent facilities possible.
The toilets - solid brick structures

This is a place where nothing is taken for granted.
Women must walk miles to fetch the water

And here, hope springs eternal.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."

Margaret Mead (1901 - 1978)

"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."

Aesop (620 BC - 560 BC)