Natarsha Belling

And Gemma, we mentioned earlier that often blood is used in, unfortunately, a mass casualty event.

And we saw that earlier.

horrifying attack at Bondi Beach last year.

But then we saw out of the horrors of that event, the lines of everyone lining up right across Sydney and Australia to donate blood.

That's the other extraordinary thing is that if you feel helpless in some situations, we can make a difference to others going through a tough time.

Gemma, so great to see these changes are finally being made.

We really appreciate you joining us.

Thank you.

Thank you.

That was Gemma Fulcombe-Meyer from Red Cross Lifeblood.

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