Nominations open to recognise senior citizens
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Nominations open to recognise senior citizens

Nominations for the 2011 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards have opened and Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, is strongly encouraging community groups and organisations to consider nominating those senior citizens who make outstanding contributions within the local community.

“The 2011 Victorian Senior of the Year Awards provide us with the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the unwavering dedication and service many of our senior citizens provide to our local communities,” Mr Bull said.

Nominees must be over 60 years of age, an Australian citizen, and a resident of Victoria and have made an exceptional contribution to their local community and Victoria.

There are a number of awards for which seniors can be recognised:

  • * The Premier’s Award for Victorian Senior of the Year – presented to the individual who has made an outstanding contribution to their local community and Victoria.
  • * The Council on the Ageing Victoria Senior Achiever Awards – celebrating those seniors whose talents, achievements and contributions have significantly benefited their communities.
  • * The Healthy and Active Living Award – presented to a senior who is helping to build an active and healthy community.
  • * The Veteran Community Award – presented to a senior who has made an exceptional contribution to veterans; and a new award this year:
  • * The Promotion of Multiculturalism Award – to be presented to a senior who has made a significant contribution to promoting the benefits of cultural diversity in their local community or to the broader community of Victoria.

The Victorian Senior of the Year Awards will be presented at a special reception at Government House on September 30, 2011, leading into the United Nations International Day of Older Persons on October 1, 2011 and the Victorian Seniors Festival, running from October 2 to 9, 2011.

Nominations close on 22 July, 2011 and further information and nomination forms are available by contacting Seniors Information Victoria on 1300 135 090 or visit www.seniors.vic.gov.au