Humans of Cummins is a storytelling initiative that shares the life experiences of people within the Cummins community. It’s been one of our most impactful and well-received projects, helping to break down stigmas, foster connection, and remind people they’re not alone. These stories have the power to move hearts and bring us closer together.
If you’d like to share your story—or know someone who might—reach out to our Stories Connector, Jodi. She’s here to help you every step of the way.
Humans of Cummins
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Gloria Eylward
Tough beginnings, fierce sisterhood, and strength forged through survival
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Sandra Wallace
Nature and birdwatching became her refuge through hard work and healing
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Belinda Wise
Her journey of care, courage and community shaped the woman she is
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Brian Treloar
Lifelong local, devoted farmer, husband and quiet community achiever
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Jan Nitschke
Her love, creativity and service shaped a life rich in family and community
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Trevor Arnold
Cummins local to heart transplant survivor—life changed, not his spirit
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Jim Secker
Farmer, father, community man — a lifetime of love and service
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John Treloar
Farmer, father, volunteer—strength woven through community and care
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Denise Barnes
Nurse, wife, mother — still standing strong through love and loss
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Marcus Jutzen
Fought tics, anorexia, and fear—found voice, strength, and purpose
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Valerie Clarke
Lost young, loved fiercely—built a life from almost nothing
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Pam Darling
Raised in Cummins, she lives through family, care, craft, connection
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John Wood
Sailing, teaching, volunteering – a life lived fully and locally
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Nicole Buddle
Governess to butcher, her strength carved through life’s challenges
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Mia Mahoney
Heartbroken young, but family, farm, and memories carried her through
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Mick Howell
Farm-raised and people-focused, giving back to community with pride
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Danni Skinner
Widowed young, she carries loss with purpose and light
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Emma Gale
Losing her mum young shaped deep empathy, strength and purpose
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Ian Rodgers
A life of hard work, deep roots and quiet contribution
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Andre Perrang
Moving from South Africa to Cummins for safety and balance
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Evan Siviour
His son’s illness and his own mental health challenges tested him
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Jackson Rowbottom
Moving to Cummins at 14 was a big, life-changing shift.
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Zoe Curtis
Honouring her brother’s suicide loss, she now lives with joyful purpose.
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Stacey Leech
A creative traveller drawn to Cummins for its strong community
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Sean Tosold
Through grief and growth, he found strength, pride, purpose and self.
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Ingrid Kennerly
She found healing, connection, and lifelong friendships
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Mick Traeger
After losing his wife to suicide, he rebuilt life as a single dad
Want to Purchase a Humans of Cummins book?
Feel free to drop by the office and speak with one of our friendly staff members, or email jodi@ourtowncummins.com.auto place an order. The books are priced at $35 each, and all proceeds will go towards the Cummins Pool Redevelopment Project.