Editor’s Note
4 | May• 2019
MOVING TO A NEW COUNTRY takes resourcefulness and
courage. When Sabrina Chakori arrived in Australia in 2017,
she knew virtually no one. But, within a few months she had
established a library for unwanted tools and kitchen gadgets.
The Brisbane Tool Library is a social enterprise that gives people
access to tools, while reducing consumption and waste. Through
this emphasis on sharing, Sabrina has introduced a new way of
thinking, one that makes the most of resources and celebrates the
benefits of a circular economy. Her story, ‘The Power of Sharing’
(page 26) reminds us that a little support – mixed with a lot of
conviction – can create positive change.
Conviction is also what helped British author
Lee Child change careers at the age of 40 and
go on to forge a successful career in fiction
writing. The hugely popular crime writer,
and prolific Reader’s Digest Select Editions
author, recently met with our senior editor,
Kathy Buchanan, to discuss his attitude to
life, writing and the importance of taking
chances and backing your instincts.
I’m sure you’ll enjoy this month’s
range of stories. Happy reading.Daring to Make Changes
LOUISE WATERSON
Editor-in-Chief