Murray River Council, meet your Australia Day heroes…

Published on 17 January 2022

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Caldwell’s Kevin Barnes is Murray River Council’s Citizen of the Year as council this week announced its award recipients for 2022.

Seven individuals and groups have been honoured for their contribution to the local community:

  • Citizen of the year: Kevin Barnes of Caldwell
  • Young Citizen of the year: Dottie Wilson of Mathoura
  • Young Sportsperson of the Year: Ryan Domaille of Tooleybuc
  • Sportsperson of the Year: Heath Moloney of Moulamein
  • Community Event of the Year: Echuca Moama Apex Club: Sunday Session at Kerrabee Soundshell
  • Community Group of the Year: Moulamein Community Development Inc
  • Arts and Culture Award: The ACRE Project

Murray River Council Mayor, Cr Chris Bilkey said the Australia Day Awards acknowledged the achievements of individuals and groups who worked so tirelessly to make our community a better place during a difficult 12 months.

“On behalf of Council, I would like to acknowledge all the nominees and congratulate this year’s award winners who are a shining example of how we can all have a positive impact in our community, no matter the circumstances.”

“There have been lots of people who have made some lasting contributions in the community during what has been another very testing year, and it is their efforts that add to the story of Murray River Council and make it such a great place to live.”

“These awards give us a chance to reflect on the resilience of communities and the spirit of helping, giving and supporting that defines us as Australians,” Cr Bilkey said.

The 2022 recipients will be presented with their award at local Australia Day breakfasts on January 26.

Details of Murray River Council’s Australia Day activities can be found here.

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