Armidale Regional Council Mayor Simon Murray congratulated all the nominees put forward for the 2020 Australia Day awards and said it was important to acknowledge our local heroes who have achieved success and given so much to our community.
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"It is also an opportunity to come together with family and friends to celebrate the unique lifestyle of our region, and of course Australia," he said.
"I would like to wish everyone who has been nominated the best of luck."
Guyra Australia Day Citizen of the Year nominations for 2020 include the following high achievers:
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Diane Burey - Member of Hospital Auxiliary of Guyra for 15 years, former President and Vice President. Member of Guyra Show for three decades (Head Steward for 20 years). Judge for both the Guyra and Armidale shows. P C President of Guyra Central School for two terms, canteen volunteer for 13 years. Guyra Uniting Church Treasurer.
Chris Sole - Guyra Show Society Treasurer for more than 15 years, as well as concurrently serving as President for four years. Treasurer of Guyra Bowling Club and Guyra Rugby Union Club. His accounting business was a finalist in the NSW Business Chamber New England North West Awards. Donates time to audit financial records for many community organisations.
Sue Adams - Long-term member of Can Assist and Secretary for more than five years. Past President of St Vincent de Paul Guyra Conference and Catholic Women's League. Runs weekly exercise group for Home Support Services, and founder of Guyra Heart Foundation Walking Group. President of Guyra Garden Club and Meals on Wheels volunteer.
Julie Stride - Worked the manual telephone exchange since 1989, developing long-term relationship with the community. Pivotal in organisation of ANZAC Day and Australia Day ceremonies and Christmas carols. Coordinates Ben Lomond Hall events and plays music for Guyra Combined Churches Choir, Ben Lomond Winter Fair, Anglican Christmas Eve service and other events. Served on Glenn Innes and Guyra Show committees.
Other categories:
Colleen Pearson - Guyra Central School Year 12 student who volunteers in a number of organisations, including Lamb Potato Festival, Guyra Show and kids sewing classes. Vice Captain at the school this year and assists with Breakfast Club for younger students.
Ben Lomond Hall Committee - hosted Alstonville Plateau Historical Museum's presentation (Frock Club) and morning tea to raise funds for drought assistance. Attracted more than 100 people, raised awareness about the history of fashion and the environmental implications of 'disposable clothing'.
St Mary of the Angels School 100-year anniversary - Weekend of celebrations including dinner attended by 237 people, Mass on Sunday which filled the church and display of memorabilia.
Troutfest - Successful event in 2019 despite the drought. Successful fishing school at Guyra Bowling Club
Guyra Lamb & Potato Festival - Running since 1986 to promote two of Guyra's main industries. Has grown to include many attractions and draws tens of thousands of visitors to the region.
John Credland - Maintains local cricket grounds, assists with organisation for Guyra Show and pony camps.
Guyra & District Historical Society - Established in 1986 and led to creation of Museum in 1988. Museum now contains more than 4000 items and housed in original Guyra Shire Council chambers. Society has produced 15 historical journals on Guyra buildings, families and activities.
Savannah Roberts - Dancing instructor who has performed as a featured artist at the Schools Spectacular in Sydney.
Fletcher Richardson - Represented Northern Zone at State and National Clay Shooting Championships. Captained NSW junior team and topped NSW junior rankings.