Roxburgh postie Donna Parker to make final delivery on Christmas Eve after 17 years

Donna Parker, a postie in Roxburgh, will make her final delivery on Christmas Eve after 17 years in the role. She started delivering mail after recovering from a triple heart bypass and has enjoyed the job despite challenges like early mornings and heavy parcels. Over the years, the volume and size of parcels increased, leading Parker to use a small car for deliveries. She has built strong connections with the 300 households on her route and has been involved in community events, including a special delivery for a centenarian. Parker plans to celebrate her last day by wearing a Santa hat and handing out lollies, a tradition she has maintained. She looks forward to spending more time with her grandson after retirement.