Thursday 10 March 2016

Award Celebrates Contribution by Over 65's

Port Stephens residents are called on to nominate a senior citizen who has made their region a better place for the 2016 Seniors Local Achievement Award.

The award recognises over 65's who have made a real difference to their community through any of their chosen fields.

Port Stephens MP, Kate Washington says the awards are a great way to showcase seniors who have given back.

"There are people that contribute as part of their roles in any of the service clubs, lions clubs, rotaries" she said.

"There's just so many different ways people are contributing and strengthening our community."

People can nominate seniors by calling Washington's office on 4987 4455, or via Email at portstephens@parliamnet.nsw.gov.au.

"I'm really hopeful that people will contact me office to nominate people for this award"  Washington said.

"There's a wealth of people [who] could possibly be nominated."

Nominations close March 25th, with the winners announced as part of the 10 day-long NSW Seniors Festival, which runs from April 1-10. 

Image courtesy of the Boroondara Bulletin (LINK).