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Today, Jack Berne has his own charity and known worldwide for his incredible efforts uniting the nation for those struggling on the land. Photo: Alphonsus Fok

The Power of Jack

Debbie Cramsie - March 11, 2022

It was almost too simple an idea. Dress up like a farmer for a day and donate $5 for the privilege. $2.1 million dollars later, the freckle-faced kid behind it still can’t believe what he’s done for those living through the worst drought Australia’s seen in centuries.

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