Age is not a barrier to making a difference – Local Senior of the Year awards open

Richie Williamson MP with some of the volunteers and participants of the Platypus RSL Day Club Casino who come together each Tuesday. Photo: Contributed

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Can you think of someone who is an outstanding member of the community?

Consider nominating them for the 2027 NSW Seniors Festival Local Senior of the Year Awards.

State MP Richie Williamson said the awards were an opportunity to recognise the contributions seniors make.

“We are fortunate to have some terrific people in our senior community doing great things right across the Clarence and Richmond valleys, and now is the time to recognise them,” Mr Williamson said.

“There are so many wonderful people whose generosity, dedication and community spirit help make the places we call home better places to live.

“Whether they are volunteering their time, supporting local organisations, helping family and friends, mentoring younger generations or simply being someone others can count on, their contribution is invaluable.

“Too often, these people quietly get on with making our communities stronger without expecting any recognition.

Mr Williamson said that age should never be a barrier to making a difference.

Nominations close February 10.

Putting someone forward is easy. Residents can complete a nomination form online by visiting www.richiewilliamson.com.au.

Paper nomination forms are also available by calling Richie’s electorate office on 6643 1244 or emailing clarence@parliament.nsw.gov.au.

Nominees must be aged 60 or over, or 50 or over for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a lifelong disability.

The 2027 NSW Seniors Festival will run from March 1–14.

More information on the NSW Government website.

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