WHEN speaking with Leeton Newsagency owner Matt Curry it's evident he has a strong love for the community he lives and works in.
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Like many retail businesses, his store has had to adapt and change during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Leeton Newsagency has implemented all of the appropriate social distancing measures, but its doors remain open and all of the usual services are still being provided.
That of course includes the selling of newspapers, magazines, books, greeting cards, Lotto, gifts, sweet treats and everything in between.
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There's been a rise in the amount of puzzles and books being sold, but like all businesses facing the pandemic head on, times are different and it's not all easy at the moment.
What hasn't changed are the friendly faces of Leeton Newsagency, with all staff still on board.
They are happy to assist with all inquiries, big or small.
Businesses such as the Leeton Newsagency are the backbone of our community and like all others, they need the continued support of residents.
"We're trying to get through ... everyone is in the same boat and hoping this is over sooner rather than later," Mr Curry said.
"Retail in general is pretty hard at any time let alone during something like this.
"I think what this has done is given us a snapshot of what a town like ours would look like with an empty main street and it's horrible.
"Hopefully what this does is show people how important it is to support all of our retail stores in Leeton now and beyond what is going on at the moment."
Community is a word that Mr Curry comes back to often when speaking with him.
He sees the value in keeping a town like Leeton alive and well, not just through tough times, but the good times.
The Leeton Newsagency has had a presence in Leeton for many years, with Mr Curry taking over in late 2017.
He loves to help people find just what they are looking for in his store, but also recognises just how important his business is in connecting people.
Whether that is through what they purchase or the chats customers have with him, his staff or those they see while popping in.
It's a hub of the community and that's something the newsagency continues to pride itself on.
Hopefully what this does is show people how important it is to support all of our retail stores in Leeton now and beyond what is going on at the moment.
- Leeton Newsagency owner Matt Curry
The Leeton Newsagency will continue to support the community it serves, what residents can do in return is support them where their means allow.
"The main message is our doors are open, so come in and we can help you out," Mr Curry said.
"We all need to support each other at the moment, as well as beyond what's going on right now."
