Celebrating the outstanding service of members within the Mid-Western Region, Council has announced the full list of those nominated for Australia Day Awards.
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According to Council, the number of nominees was "overwhelming", proving Mudgee and its surrounding areas to be host to a wealth of community-minded locals.
The following residents and organisations have been nominated;
Citizen of the Year:
- Rosie Gibbs
- Dr Alex Ghanem and Dr Gary Moore
- Jane Hanna
- Joy Harrison
- Barbara Hickson
- Adrian Johnson
- Peter Mitchell
- Joyce Purtle
- Denise Sim
- Colleen and Max Walker
- Trish Wells
- Robert Woods
Young Citizen of the Year:
- Max Beechey
- Jessica Nipperess
- Zacharie Nipperess
Community Event of the Year:
- Cudgegong Cruisers - Can Cruise 2020
- Kandos Street Machine and Hot Rod Show.
Glen Johnston Memorial Award - Arts and Music:
- Louise Butlin
- Des Kelly
Sports Award:
- Andrew Adams
- David Allworth
- Barbara Hickson
- James Hughes
- Peter Mitchell
- Charlotte Wilson
Volunteer Services Award:
- David Allworth
- Donna Collins
- Alison Doyle
- Joy Harrison
- Barbara Hickson
- Jamie Hudson
- Keegan Midson
- Ellen Riley
- Kaye and Tony Riley
- Rylstone, Olinda, Clandulla, Bogee, Ilford/Running Stream Rural Fire Brigades
- Denise Sim
- We Care Community Shop
Wall of Reflections:
- Michael Chapman
- Heath Gay
- William Knowles
- Geoff Pitt
- Michael Preston
- Kevin Robson
The Australia Day Awards will be presented by the region's Australia Day Ambassador, Andrew Lock at a small ceremony in Robertson Park, Mudgee on Tuesday, 26 January.
Registrations are essential by contacting Council's Events Team on 6378 2850.