The episode of Neighbours that airs on Thursday, June 11, is an important one for several reasons. Not only does it continue to trace Aaron and David’s evolution in becoming parents, specifically foster-care parents, in introducing their first child, Emmett, but it is also remarkable because it’s directed by acclaimed Australian actress, director and producer Deborra-Lee Furness, also known as Mrs. Hugh Jackman!
Brought on to bring that particular story to the screen, Deborra-Lee is also the founder of child-advocacy non-profit organisation Adopt Change, which works to help vulnerable and displaced children find new homes and better lives. The star has been working closely with the soap to develop the story into a tale that highlights the challenges and triumphs that almost 50,000 Australian children, families and carers face in…