Published Tuesday, 05 February, 2008 at 12:45 PM
Premier
The Honourable Anna Bligh
Premier Bligh recognises Qld's super seniors
Premier Anna Bligh publicly recognised 15 of Queensland’s “super seniors” today for their outstanding contribution to the Smart State.
Donating decades of time and a wealth of expertise to charities and other worthy causes, the recipients of the annual Premier’s Award for Queensland Seniors were honoured at a special ceremony at Parliament House.
“I am delighted to pay tribute to all of the winners who have made such a valuable contribution to their local communities and to Queensland,” Ms Bligh said.
“Through sheer hard work and dedication they have helped improve the quality of life for many people and these awards are about giving something back by publicly celebrating their remarkable achievement.
“At a time when there’s growing pressure on individuals, families and communities, these Queenslanders are an inspiration to us and they embody the true meaning of community spirit.”
Ms Bligh said the awards recognised and celebrated the outstanding contributions that Queenslanders over 50 make to their communities.
“It’s important to recognise the depth and diversity of achievements seniors make right around Queensland.
"Many of this year's award recipients have worked voluntarily for more than 40 years through community organisations and individually, to make their communities better places to live.
“I congratulate each and every one of them and thank them for their exceptional contribution to this great State,” she said.
Seniors Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr said the Premier's Award recipients – while only a fraction of Queensland’s many wonderful senior volunteers – had shared their exceptional skills and wisdom with their communities.
"The Premier's Awards for Queensland Seniors continues to attract a large number of nominations, with more than 220 received in this round.
“All the nominees have made a significant contribution to Queensland and are positive role models for Queenslanders young and old,” she said.
Ms Nelson-Carr said the six-member selection committee commented on the high standard of nominations, saying it was difficult to select the winners.
Recipients of 2007 Premier's Awards for Queensland Seniors are:
o Mrs Val Ferguson – Carseldine
o Mrs Noeline Clamp – Logan Central
o Mrs Grace Richards – Ashgrove
o Mrs Mary Orr – Mount Gravatt
o Mrs Sadie Gannon – Charleville
o Miss Fay Jorgensen – Toowoomba
o Mr Eddie Ruska – Redbank Plains
o Mr Peter Anderson – Broadbeach Waters
o Mr Reg Flanagan – Salisbury
o Mr Ted Long – Meringadan (Darling Downs)
o Mr Albert Holt –Inala
o Mr Guido Rizzalli – Ingham
o Mrs Pam Dennis – Lowood (near Ipswich)
o Mrs Mary Farrugia – Manunda (Cairns)
o Mr Merv Murphy – Mudgeeraba
Each award recipient receives a certificate and commemorative pin.
For more information on how the Department of Communities is building safe, valued and empowered communities, visit www.communities.qld.gov.au
Media contact: 3224 4500 (Premier’s office) or 3235 4280 (Minister Nelson-Carr’s office)
Note: For more information on award recipients, contact Minister Nelson-Carr’s office. Some recipients are also available for interview.
Donating decades of time and a wealth of expertise to charities and other worthy causes, the recipients of the annual Premier’s Award for Queensland Seniors were honoured at a special ceremony at Parliament House.
“I am delighted to pay tribute to all of the winners who have made such a valuable contribution to their local communities and to Queensland,” Ms Bligh said.
“Through sheer hard work and dedication they have helped improve the quality of life for many people and these awards are about giving something back by publicly celebrating their remarkable achievement.
“At a time when there’s growing pressure on individuals, families and communities, these Queenslanders are an inspiration to us and they embody the true meaning of community spirit.”
Ms Bligh said the awards recognised and celebrated the outstanding contributions that Queenslanders over 50 make to their communities.
“It’s important to recognise the depth and diversity of achievements seniors make right around Queensland.
"Many of this year's award recipients have worked voluntarily for more than 40 years through community organisations and individually, to make their communities better places to live.
“I congratulate each and every one of them and thank them for their exceptional contribution to this great State,” she said.
Seniors Minister Lindy Nelson-Carr said the Premier's Award recipients – while only a fraction of Queensland’s many wonderful senior volunteers – had shared their exceptional skills and wisdom with their communities.
"The Premier's Awards for Queensland Seniors continues to attract a large number of nominations, with more than 220 received in this round.
“All the nominees have made a significant contribution to Queensland and are positive role models for Queenslanders young and old,” she said.
Ms Nelson-Carr said the six-member selection committee commented on the high standard of nominations, saying it was difficult to select the winners.
Recipients of 2007 Premier's Awards for Queensland Seniors are:
o Mrs Val Ferguson – Carseldine
o Mrs Noeline Clamp – Logan Central
o Mrs Grace Richards – Ashgrove
o Mrs Mary Orr – Mount Gravatt
o Mrs Sadie Gannon – Charleville
o Miss Fay Jorgensen – Toowoomba
o Mr Eddie Ruska – Redbank Plains
o Mr Peter Anderson – Broadbeach Waters
o Mr Reg Flanagan – Salisbury
o Mr Ted Long – Meringadan (Darling Downs)
o Mr Albert Holt –Inala
o Mr Guido Rizzalli – Ingham
o Mrs Pam Dennis – Lowood (near Ipswich)
o Mrs Mary Farrugia – Manunda (Cairns)
o Mr Merv Murphy – Mudgeeraba
Each award recipient receives a certificate and commemorative pin.
For more information on how the Department of Communities is building safe, valued and empowered communities, visit www.communities.qld.gov.au
Media contact: 3224 4500 (Premier’s office) or 3235 4280 (Minister Nelson-Carr’s office)
Note: For more information on award recipients, contact Minister Nelson-Carr’s office. Some recipients are also available for interview.