Three of Australian Red Cross Tewantin Noosa Branch’s members have received prestigious national awards. The Outstanding Service Awards recognise special achievements by Red Cross volunteers who display exceptional leadership, service or performance through their contributions to Red Cross and the community.
Julie Boyer was recognised for her high level of engagement in Branch fundraising and community activities including five years as President; Jan Hill and Shirley Annabel were both recognised for continuous service to the Branch over more than 27 years, Jan including 22 years as Treasurer and Shirley, 22 years as Trauma Teddy Convenor.
Medals and certificates were presented at last Friday’s monthly Branch meeting by Collin Sivalingum, Queensland Director of Australian Red Cross and Helen Clarke, Chair Queensland Division Advisory Board. Collin read out the citations detailing the significant contributions of the three Tewantin Noosa Branch members.
President Valerie Hunnam said she was “thrilled that Australian Red Cross has rewarded three of the Branch’s most hard working and dedicated members in this way”.
“I am extremely proud of the work of our local branch and these three members are exceptional in their commitment to Red Cross.”
Members at the well-attended meeting were also updated on the broader work of Australian Red Cross in and for Queensland communities, nationally and internationally.
The Branch’s recent Sausage Sizzle fundraiser at Bunning netted $2000 including donations, which will go to the Australian Red Cross Middle East Crisis Appeal.
