Melissa Davies

Barnardos Australia's Mother of the Year for 2005

Melissa Davies of QLD

Melissa left school at 16 to care for her younger brother and sister, so her single mum could work two jobs. Now, as a single mum herself two boys, she is an inspiration to others. As a foster mum she has cared for numerous children and babies, some of whom have drug addictions or intellectual disabilities. *

Melissa's Top Tip: "All people have feelings just like theirs and they can be hurt all the same."

* Biography current at time of Awards.