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ANZACs in LEGOLAND

Tuesday 11th July 2023

Join Farzad Raqi in 'Days Like These' as he recounts the hilarious chaos of a school fundraiser gone wild at Denmark's LEGO House.
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Biscuit Bedlam: When Fundraising Meets LEGO House Mayhem

Episode Overview

  • A simple school fundraiser escalates into a massive production at LEGO House in Denmark
  • The family grapples with an overwhelming flood of biscuit orders, reaching nearly 900
  • Desperation sets in as they embark on a frantic search for golden syrup to fulfil the orders
  • Through resilience and determination, the family triumphs over the unexpected chaos
  • Tune in to experience the heartwarming story of unexpected twists and ultimate relief
Once I realised that we had nearly 900 biscuits to make, I was in shock, panic, and also how am I going to get everyone in my family to help me with this? Because I knew it wouldn't be Lola making nearly 900 biscuits on her own. We didn't know what we got ourselves in for really.
Imagine setting out to help your child's school and ending up in a whirlwind of biscuit madness. That's exactly what happens in this episode of 'Days Like These'. Farzad Raqi takes us on a wild ride through the unexpected chaos of a school fundraiser at Denmark's LEGO House. What starts as a simple plan to sell ANZAC biscuits turns into a massive operation involving 900 biscuits and a desperate search for golden syrup.
As orders flood in, the family finds themselves knee-deep in dough and stress. It's a hilarious yet heartwarming tale of resilience, determination, and the unpredictable twists life can throw at us. If you've ever been involved in a school event that went off the rails, you'll find this story both relatable and uplifting.