Clarence and Richmond Valley residents are encouraged to recognise the positive role seniors play in their communities by nominating them for the 2025 NSW Seniors Local Achievement Awards, Clarence Nationals MP, Richie Williamson, has announced.
Mr Williamson said the festival and the awards are a wonderful way to celebrate the contributions and achievements of seniors who continue to enrich the region.
“If you know a senior who helps make our community a better place to live then I encourage you to nominate them for acknowledgement of their contribution,” Mr Williamson said.
“Whether it is your local Country Women’s Association or Men’s Shed, the driving force behind these and other great volunteer organisations like community transport provider Connect You Too, they are invariably the young at heart.
“Richmond and Clarence Valley seniors don’t just make our region the world’s best place to live, they inspire us with their generosity, wisdom and strength.
“They never seek recognition, but they all deserve it and that is why I encourage locals to put in nominations for the 2025 NSW Seniors Local Achievement Awards.”
Nominations are now open for the awards program, which is part of an exciting schedule of events across the state during the NSW Seniors Festival, running from 11 – 24 March 2025.
The awards highlight the continued efforts of seniors in helping the Clarence and Richmond Valleys thrive.
“By recognising the achievements of our seniors, we are not only celebrating their contributions but also continuing to challenge ageism and empower older people,” Mr Williamson said.
To nominate a senior, complete the nomination form at https://www.richiewilliamson.com.au/nominations2024 or by contacting Mr Williamson’s office to have a nomination form sent to you. Nominations close on Friday, 28 February 2025.
Winners will be announced at local events hosted by Mr Williamson around the time of the NSW Seniors Festival.
For more information about the NSW Seniors Festival and the Local Achievement Awards, visit seniorsfestival.nsw.gov.au.
PHOTO: Richie Williamson is pictured with volunteers from community transport provider, Connect You Too who were recipients of the NSW Seniors Local Achievement Awards last year.
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