With self-isolation, panic buying and financial hardship leaving many struggling amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Sikh community in Melbourne’s outer suburbs is rallying around those in need.

Sikh Volunteers Australia has stepped up in times of crisis, working tirelessly to deliver free meals to those who are struggling.

For the past three years, the group has been offering help to those in need twice a week.

Since the virus’ outbreak, they realised there was a greater need than ever from the community.

The service, which began on Wednesday, has already seen more than 200 requests for food deliveries and more than 900 meals delivered.

The volunteers are targeting those in self-isolation in Melbourne’s south east and the service will run for two weeks.

On day two, volunteers prepared more than 400 meals. Credit: Sikh Volunteers Australia

The organisation says support has been overwhelming from those grateful for the service.

“Support through social media is coming in, with amazing comments from so many wonderful people,” they said in a statement.

“A big thank you for all your kind words and encouragement.”

Moments of kindness

Despite the crisis, stories of mateship and kindness have flooded social media.

Brisbane man and double amputee Mike Flynn touched hearts across the country after undertaking a 16km round trip on a tricycle to help his best mate live.

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On Wednesday, the prime minister called for an end to panic buying as Australians strip shelves across the nation.

“It is not sensible, it is not helpful and, I’ve got to say, it has been one of the most disappointing things I have seen in Australian behaviour in response to this crisis,” Scott Morrison said.

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“There is no reason for people to be hoarding supplies from fear of a lockdown or anything like this.

Bad behaviour and people emptying supermarket shelves are distracting officials’ attention and diverting important resources to keeping supply lines open, he said.

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