Read about a special Christmas for country kids in the Weekly

The December issue of The Australian Women's Weekly contains a powerful feature on how Mission Australia helped a young single mum and her five kids transform their lives.

The article tells the story of Cindy Blundell, 28, a single mum of five young children from the south-western NSW town of Harden. Cindy came into Mission Australia's contact through our Brighter Futures program - which we provide in partnership with the NSW Government - several years ago. At the time Cindy was a victim of domestic violence and her family life was in upheaval.

Through Brighter Futures Cindy was able to get her life back on track - so much so she no longer needs our help.

The Australian Women's Weekly were so moved by Cindy's story they visited Harden in October and put on a massive pre-Christmas lunch for her, her five kids, and the town's State Emergency Service volunteers - a group that Cindy now plays a pivotal role with.

The December issue of The Australian Women's Weekly is in stores now.