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.
It's always pleasing to see local businesses stepping up to help their local community so I'd like to acknowledge Wangi Wangi Bakehouse for doing just that.…
I'd like to acknowledge the extraordinary efforts of an amazing Lake Macquarie local, Vicky Carr. Vicky is the vice-chair of Southlakes Incorporated and over the past decade she's been a constant source of encouragement, help, humour and at times tough love for the most vulnerable people in our community.…
I'd like to congratulate 18-year-old Eddie Westfall from Morisset High School who recently took out the gold medal in the NSW State Open Boys Tennis Championships. Eddie was the top-ranked player in the Hunter team which remained undefeated during the State Carnival held at Wagga Wagga in August.…
I want to acknowledge and thank the extraordinary Christine Mastello, founder and CEO of Southlakes Incorporated. Christine is a legend not only in Lake Macquarie but across the state and was one of just four finalists for the 2023 Australian of the Year Local Hero award.…
I'd like to congratulate Harold Vivian Fish - affectionately known as Viv - on his 100th birthday. Viv is a valued member of the Cooranbong community who, despite becoming a centenarian on May 7, continues to work two days per week at Cooranbong Community Centre.…
I'd like to extend my sympathies to the family and friends of Gary Stephen Drummond, a much-loved member of the Lake Macquarie community and treasured life member of Macquarie Scorpions Rugby League Club.…
I'd like to recognise the invaluable achievements of Bronwyn Markham, but sadly extend my deepest sympathies to her family because Bronwyn recently lost her battle with cancer. Bronwyn was a beloved member of the Lake Macquarie community and an integral member of Hunter Mountain Bike Association, and a St John Ambulance race support person.…
Ensuring the vitality and health of Lake Macquarie is a passion of mine so I'd like to acknowledge the tremendous efforts of 12-year-old Brody Riant from Morisset Park who has gone above and beyond to take care of our precious waterway.…
I'd like to acknowledge Lake Macquarie's very own Karate Kid, nine-year-old Melissa Valentina Baez who is ranked number one in Australia for her division by the International Sport Karate Association.…
I'd like to acknowledge the tremendous contribution Lake Macquarie artist Grahame Wilson has made to promote and celebrate visual arts across the Hunter Valley. Grahame is a well-known Lake Macquarie artist who, along with his wife and fellow artist Rebecca Murray, own and operate the Flying Spanners Gallery at Teralba.…