In Brisbane’s West End, a place named Hope holds out against despair

At first glance, the cafe seems like any other in the buzzing inner-Brisbane suburb of West End: baskets of greenery hang from the ceiling, a gentle indie soundtrack plays over the speakers and a coffee machine hisses on the counter.

But look a little closer and there are signs this place is different.

A glass display cabinet advertises “pay as you feel” toasties. A board at the entrance encourages patrons to “pay it forward” by buying a free coffee or meal for the next customer. To read continue: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/dec/23/in-brisbanes-west-end-a-place-named-hope-holds-out-against-despair