About

Why Community Matters

In 2025, with more people working from home, fewer places to “be together,” and constant news cycles, it’s common to feel lonely and disconnected. Meanwhile, cool people, projects, and spaces are quietly making a difference each day - and they’re so easy to miss.

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Community Matters shines a light on the local spots and initiatives that bring connection, creativity, and kindness. From cafés and farm shops to community centres, walking groups, and volunteer projects, we celebrate the places that make life richer.

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Our mission is simple: to help you find, connect with, and be inspired by the goings-on in your community (or maybe someone else's), so you can find more of your people. These are spaces where you get to be included, there's the warmth and creativity of others, and you can be part of something bigger.

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Community Matters is for anyone who believes positive change isn’t just possible, it’s already happening.