FRANK Darabont’s 1994 film ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ taught the world plenty of lessons.
While the importance of persistence, the no-guilty-men-in-Shawshank rule and the distraction capabilities of a Rita Hayworth, Marilyn Monroe or Raquel Welch poster were all well and good, the key takeaway from the film was the gravity of hope.
“Remember Red, hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things, and no good thing ever dies.”
Andy Dufresne’s words will stand the test of time and in the past two years, they have held particular value to Gawlerites doing it tough.
The Hope Cup, which is now gearing up for its third instalment, has provided a plethora of resources and helpful handouts for those sleeping rough in the community.
Aptly named, it has given those in need a vision for the future and this week’s edition of The Bunyip details exactly how on page two and again towards the middle of the book with the tale of Brian Tape.
Through his own determination, not dissimilar to the stubbornness of Mr Dufresne, and the goodwill of both the Riverside Salvos and Gawler Police, plus the countless contributors to the Hope Cup’s cause, Mr Tape has turned his life around.
He is just one of many people who have been touched by the Hope Cup and is one of the reasons it was a certified no-brainer for the editor of this paper to get involved.
Over the coming months readers of The Bunyip will become familiar with the players contesting the cup come November.
The All-Stars are a determined bunch and skipper Darren Dwyer will stop at nothing to jag the side’s first win, but for him and all involved, the bigger picture is far more important.
Giving hope to those that need it is invaluable, so the support of those with privileged positions in the community that have the ability to make a difference.
Get involved, whether it is in the launch night, raising funds, spreading the word or cheering on at the game.
Keep an eye out for coverage of the event going forward and be sure to check out the details of the launch night, with international spearheads Darcie Brown and Henry Olonga locked in to provide what will surely be gripping speeches.
