b'Hidden treasures.Early this year Uniting volunteer Irene spoke with Ali Moore on ABC Radio Melbourne aboutan incredible discovery she made while volunteering atour Prahran Op Shop. A donated shoe box of goods didnt look costume[s]. It has a special interest because like anything out the ordinary, it just had of the piston marks with the name Martha a note saying it contained the donors Prestegaard. [A lot of these souvenirs were sold] mothers baby clothes.in Odda 120-130 years ago, but we have none After some detective work online, Irenewith the piston mark in the collections. eventually got in touch with the Hardanger FolkThe item is now on its way to the museumMuseum in the town of Odda in Norway. Afterin Norway. We cant promise youll find a vintage reviewing the photos she sent them, they toldbaby costume the next time you visit one of our Irene the costume dates back to the 1880s:op shops. But thanks to volunteers like Irene, We are so thankful that you are thinking ofwe guarantee each one will be packed full of us in Odda, Hardanger. We, [and] our neighbouramazing treasures to buy. museum, the Hardanger Folk Museum, reallyPictured: 100-year-old Norwegian baby costume discoveredwant to be [a good home] for the nationalat Prahran Op Shop.Spotlighting ability not disability. Unitings School Leaver Employment Support (SLES) program provides young people living with disabilities support on their pathway from school to employment. For Athaswho isnt always comfortable making eye-contact, and who can find it hard to read social cues and understand whats expected in a conversationfinding the right employment fit seemed daunting. However, with Unitings help he found work placement at Gotham Doughnuts where hes supported, given new challenges to overcome, and where his abilities are fostered. Witnessing Athas happily participate in hisWe have seen significant growth in his work placement each week means the world confidence, independence and communication to us, says his mum Narelle. its such a wonderful experience for him. 10 Supporter Newsletter Spring 2024'