When Amy Croucher needed tools for some DIY around her home, she was faced with two choices; to buy tools from her local hardware store, even though she suspected she may use them once and leave them on the shelf to gather dust for the rest of their lives, or, find a way to access and use the tools she needed without such economical and environmental expense.
Successful veteran businesses deliver many social benefits to ex-servicemen and women, their families and in many communities across Australia, according to Tim Lewis, a retired Royal Australian Air Force member and a veteran entrepreneur.
In this week's episode of Helping Hands, Tim is joined by Mark Leatham, retired member of the Royal Australian Air Force and co-founder of Frontline Labs, and James Milliss, a former army medic and new owner of a veteran business, to discuss the social benefits of veteran businesses.
Keith Garner, Collett Smart and Nathan Brewer join host Laura Bennett to discuss the benefits of being part of a vibrant and life-giving community to both the community and the individuals.
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