This postman’s unexpected act left a Queensland woman stunned—would yours do the same?
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In a world where we often hear about missed deliveries and lost parcels, it’s heartening to be reminded that there are still everyday heroes among us—sometimes in the most unexpected places.
One Queensland woman, Verrity Wandel, recently discovered just how far a little kindness can go, thanks to her local postman’s thoughtful gesture.
Verrity returned home last Thursday expecting to find her freshly washed sheets, now likely soaked, still hanging on the clothesline.
With the skies having opened up while she was out, she braced herself for the disappointment of having to rewash everything.
But to her surprise, the sheets were nowhere to be seen. Had the wind carried them off? Had someone taken them? Or, as she first suspected, had her husband brought them in?
Curiosity got the better of her, so Verrity checked her home’s CCTV footage.
What she saw left her both shocked and delighted: her postman, Gurpreet Singh, had not only delivered her parcels but had also taken the time to fold her sheets and leave them safely by her door, out of the rain’s reach.
The heartwarming footage quickly made the rounds online, racking up millions of views and even catching the attention of Bollywood superstar Priyanka Chopra, who praised Gurpreet’s act of kindness.
Verrity later appeared on Sunrise, still in disbelief at the postman’s good deed. 'It is something that probably would have happened in my parent’s era or in a smaller community, but it is not something you would expect today,' she reflected.
For Gurpreet, however, it was all in a day’s work. He explained that while he’d never taken someone’s washing off the line before, he’s always happy to help his customers—whether it’s sliding parcels under the door or carrying them upstairs.
'I like helping,' he said simply. 'I knew no one was home because they didn’t come outside. I turned my back and saw the sheets on the clothesline, and it just came to my mind to do that.'
The story doesn’t end there. Verrity and Gurpreet have since made plans to catch up for a cup of tea—a lovely reminder that small acts of kindness can spark new friendships and a sense of community, even in our busy modern lives.
Source: 9 News Australia / Youtube.
Many of our members will remember a time when neighbours looked out for each other, and a postie was more than just someone who delivered the mail—they were a familiar face, a friendly wave, and sometimes even a helping hand.
While times have changed and our communities have grown, stories like this show that those old-fashioned values of kindness and community spirit are still alive and well.
It’s easy to overlook the people who make our daily lives run smoothly, but posties, delivery drivers, and other service workers often go above and beyond their job descriptions.
Whether it’s keeping an eye out for suspicious activity, helping someone carry a heavy parcel, or, as in this case, saving the washing from a downpour, these small gestures can make a big difference.
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Has your postie, neighbour, or even a stranger ever gone out of their way to help you? Maybe you’ve got a story about a time you lent a hand to someone else. Share your experiences in the comments below!
One Queensland woman, Verrity Wandel, recently discovered just how far a little kindness can go, thanks to her local postman’s thoughtful gesture.
Verrity returned home last Thursday expecting to find her freshly washed sheets, now likely soaked, still hanging on the clothesline.
With the skies having opened up while she was out, she braced herself for the disappointment of having to rewash everything.
But to her surprise, the sheets were nowhere to be seen. Had the wind carried them off? Had someone taken them? Or, as she first suspected, had her husband brought them in?
Curiosity got the better of her, so Verrity checked her home’s CCTV footage.
A Queensland woman was surprised and delighted when her postman brought in her dry sheets to save them from the rain while delivering parcels. Image source: 9 News Australia / Youtube.
What she saw left her both shocked and delighted: her postman, Gurpreet Singh, had not only delivered her parcels but had also taken the time to fold her sheets and leave them safely by her door, out of the rain’s reach.
The heartwarming footage quickly made the rounds online, racking up millions of views and even catching the attention of Bollywood superstar Priyanka Chopra, who praised Gurpreet’s act of kindness.
Verrity later appeared on Sunrise, still in disbelief at the postman’s good deed. 'It is something that probably would have happened in my parent’s era or in a smaller community, but it is not something you would expect today,' she reflected.
For Gurpreet, however, it was all in a day’s work. He explained that while he’d never taken someone’s washing off the line before, he’s always happy to help his customers—whether it’s sliding parcels under the door or carrying them upstairs.
'I like helping,' he said simply. 'I knew no one was home because they didn’t come outside. I turned my back and saw the sheets on the clothesline, and it just came to my mind to do that.'
The story doesn’t end there. Verrity and Gurpreet have since made plans to catch up for a cup of tea—a lovely reminder that small acts of kindness can spark new friendships and a sense of community, even in our busy modern lives.
Source: 9 News Australia / Youtube.
Many of our members will remember a time when neighbours looked out for each other, and a postie was more than just someone who delivered the mail—they were a familiar face, a friendly wave, and sometimes even a helping hand.
While times have changed and our communities have grown, stories like this show that those old-fashioned values of kindness and community spirit are still alive and well.
It’s easy to overlook the people who make our daily lives run smoothly, but posties, delivery drivers, and other service workers often go above and beyond their job descriptions.
Whether it’s keeping an eye out for suspicious activity, helping someone carry a heavy parcel, or, as in this case, saving the washing from a downpour, these small gestures can make a big difference.
Read more: Ranting online made him famous… but a $1 million legal battle might leave him broke
Has your postie, neighbour, or even a stranger ever gone out of their way to help you? Maybe you’ve got a story about a time you lent a hand to someone else. Share your experiences in the comments below!
