In 1976 the American Glass Artist, Josh Simpson discovered several handmade glass marbles outside is kitchen door. Probably left there by children a generation before, they were still just as bright and colourful on the summer afternoon they were lost. The discovery made him think of the longevity of glass.

It was then that Josh first began to make his glass planets, first hiding them near his place and then leaving them behind in his travels. After learning to fly Josh was able to drop them in remote locations from the window of his plane.

In 2000 Josh started the Infinity Project and each month gives away two Planets inscribed with the infinity symbol, to be hidden somewhere on this earth. Some of them are meant to discovered quickly, while others are likely to lie hidden for centuries. Since 2000 over 1,600 planets have been hidden.

To celebrate the first birthday of the Community Foundation, the Foundation applied for and were delighted to be awarded, a planet of their own to hide in the Tumut Region and one to keep.

Supporters of the Foundation were asked to nominate a special place in the region to hide this gift.

The Infinity Planet in many ways reflects the essence of the Community Foundation.

The Community Foundation also wants to be discovered by people both now and in the future.

The heart of the Planet is of great beauty in its different shapes and colours and it represents our region, the different towns and people, their different wishes and desires for the development of the place they live and for themselves.

The glass of the planet is made of, is resilient and stands up against the test of time. While the Community Foundation is still in its infancy, like the glass of the planet the Community Foundation will be an integral part of the future of this region, standing the test of time.

And the word infinity, yes, the Community Foundation will be here for infinity, helping the community of our region to fulfil their inspirations.

Thanks are given to Josh Simpson of Shelburne America for his generosity. To learn more about Josh's project www.megaplanet.com

The Infinity Planet will travel with the Foundation as a reminder of the aims of the Community Foundation for the Tumut Region.

The Infinity Planet has been placed somewhere throughout the Tumut Region..... can you find it...?

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