Every community has its quiet achievers. These are the people who volunteer their time, support their neighbours, and make a real difference without seeking recognition. This page is dedicated to celebrating some of these local legends and the outstanding contributions they make to our community.
I would like to acknowledge the exemplary career of Alan Robinson who has recently retired from the NSW Rural Fire Service after nearly 60 years. Alan joined the Blaxland Volunteer NSW Bush Fire Brigades in 1967.…
17-year-old Makaylah Fenwick from Awaba really has secured gold at the end of a rainbow. Makaylah is an extremely talented horse rider, and in January rode her eight-year-old gelding, Rainbow Man, to victory taking out the Off the Track Cup at the Magic Millions Showjumping and Polo event held in Queensland.…
Whether they're spinning a yarn or weaving the fibres of new friendships, the members of the Morisset Spinners and Weavers have been a tight knit community group for the past 40 years.…
I acknowledge two remarkable individuals, Kelvin and Julie Ward from Silverwater whose dedication to the Lake Macquarie community and the environment is truly inspiring.…
Ian and Leanda Guy are an extraordinary couple from Coal Point, who embody selfless dedication and excellence as volunteers with the Marine Rescue Lake Macquarie unit. They have not only committed themselves to serving our community but have also showcased their remarkable skills in the angling categories of the 2024 Police and Emergency Services Games held in Shoalhaven last month.…
Food insecurity and unnecessary hunger is sadly something effecting an increasing number of people throughout Lake Macquarie. While there is no easy solution to this complex problem, I acknowledge the work of Nic Cade and Jeremy Eastham who recently opened the doors to NourishEd Australia in Toronto.…
Running onto the field to present the game ball during an NRL finals match, is something many young footy players can only dream of. But recently Xavier Orchard, an amazing young sports star from Charlton Christian College achieved just that. Xavier has been named the 2024 NSW Rugby League 'Young Person of the Year'. What a fantastic achievement.…
I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Toronto based boxer Blake Minto, who recently claimed the WBC Australasia Welterweight title in a thrilling 10-round bout against Steve Gago.…
Lake Macquarie has produced another home-grown world champion, Stephen Craven, from Dora Creek. Braving the Arctic Circle's freezing temperatures, Stephen travelled to Rovaniemi, Finland earlier this month to compete in the 2024 Masters Weightlifting IMWA World Championships. I imagine acclimatising to the harsh environment would challenge most people, but not Stephen, who performed like the champion he is.…
It's no secret Lake Macquarie is in dire need of more health care professionals and facilities, that's why it's so good to hear when residents are able to respond to a call for help during a medical emergency.…