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LOCAL LIFE outstanding locals at Australia Day Awards
national levels. She is currently studying Veterinary Technology at university and gives back to the equestrian community by volunteering at her local club, Sydney Showjumping.
Sportsperson of the Year – Leanne Leach
Leanne has dedicated an incredible 53 years of service to Hawkesbury netball through the Hawkesbury City Netball Association Representative Committee and Riverstone Netball Club.
Over five decades, Leanne has been a constant presence as a coach, mentor and supporter of players, coaches and volunteers. Her tireless commitment has strengthened the entire netball community and will leave a lasting legacy. Environmental Awards – Stephen
Brown and Kevin O’ Connor
Known as Pitt Town’ s“ gardening dream team”, Stephen Brown and Kevin O’ Connor take great pride in maintaining the presentation of their local community.
They regularly mow entry and exit points to Pitt Town and other community areas, ensuring the town looks its best for locals and visitors. They also generously maintain lawns and yards for residents unable to do so due to illness.
Both men are active members of the Pitt Town Progress Association, and Stephen received lifetime membership in 2020 in recognition of his service. Local Hero – Helen Knobbs Helen has volunteered at the Hawkesbury Community Kitchen for an extraordinary 35 years, dedicating
Environmental Award winners Stephen Brown and Kevin O’ Connor, Australia Day Ambassador Kumud Merani, Community Organisation of the Year winner Bianca Santucci, Hawkesbury City Mayor Les Sheather, Local Hero Award winners Anne Marks and Helen Knobbs, Young Citizen of the Year Bailey Carle and Citizen of the Year Bruce Earle.
countless hours – rain, hail or shine – to cooking and serving thousands of meals to those in need.
She is widely described as compassionate, selfless and a wonderful mentor who always puts others first.
Local Hero – Anne Marks Anne was recognised for her dedication to the macropod family, including kangaroos, wallabies, tree kangaroos and pademelons.
A WIRES member since 2018, Anne has rescued, cared for and managed almost
900 macropods. Through her work, she identified patterns in kangaroo roadcrossing behaviour and began collecting data. Her research led to the installation of one kilometre of virtual fencing along Hawkesbury roads, improving safety for both wildlife and motorists.
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