I run a small, home-based cookie business, Imperfectly Perfect Sugar Cookies, and I deliver cookies Australia-wide.

Three-quarters of the occupants in my home have medical issues and I had not been able to get hand sanitiser anywhere.

I had a small amount left of my very small supply when I saw that Stone Pine Distillery was making it.

I contacted them to see if they were selling to small businesses, was asked for my address and when I asked the cost, I was told there would not be one.

I explained I understood the costs involved and was happy to pay for it, only to be told there was no charge.

The next day it was delivered to my door!

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How lucky are we as small businesses to know that other small businesses will help each other in times of need.

If I wasn't able to get my hands on some sanitiser, I would have had no choice but to close my business.

Thank you, Stone Pine, for helping me keep my business going.