IT'S true: everybody needs good neighbours. And this month, we're encouraged to get to know the locals as part of Neighbour Day.
Whether it's a street party or just an afternoon cuppa, organisers want to bring neighbourhoods across the country together to celebrate community.
Held on the last Sunday in March each year, it's the perfect day to say thanks for being a great neighbour and for being there to lend a hand.
"It's well known that good relationships with others support our mental health, reduce social isolation and make us feel connected to our community," said Alison Brook from Relationships Australia, the organisation promoting Neighbour Day.
"Friendships with neighbours and others who live nearby are some of the easiest friendships to maintain and make a big difference to the strength and resilience of local communities."
This year's focus is on creating a supportive community for children and young people.
Neighbour Day was founded in 2003 by community activist Andrew Heslop, who was shocked when the remains of an elderly woman were found inside her suburban home more than two years after her death.
- Neighbour Day, March 25. Find out what's on near you - neighbourday.org
