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Fairtrade News Flash - March 2010

Chocolate — it’s a little indulgence that brightens our day but did you know the chocolate you choose can also help brighten the future for thousands of cocoa farmers and their families in developing countries? When you choose Fairtrade Certified chocolate you’re helping create a better and brighter future for these farmers and their families through the fair price they receive as well as additional funds to develop their communities and invest in everyday things like education and healthcare.
So this Easter just remember your small choice can go a very long way! 

To view the range of Fairtrade chocolate choices available, including a range of Easter eggs, visit www.fairtrade.com.au. You can also help by spreading the word about making the Fairtrade choice this Easter to your family, friends and colleagues – it’s simple, click here to find out how and also be sure to follow our campaign updates on Twitter and Facebook! 

La Trobe University makes the Big Swap to Fairtrade
Victoria’s La Trobe University was this week recognised for its significant commitment to Fairtrade and its contribution to the empowerment of developing countries’ farmers and workers with the awarding of Fair Trade University status by the Fair Trade Association of Australia and New Zealand (FTAANZ).

Read more about this exciting announcement at http://www.fairtrade.com.au/news/309