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MORETON BAY AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS
or hair
or hair Laying the foundations for a more inclusive region that enables Youth Sports Award — Fraser Vaughan, a young BMX racer

independence for people living with a disability has won Elisha who has secured some incredible results in recent years both
Wright of Murrumba Downs the Moreton Bay Regional Council nationally and internationally.
2019 Australia Day Award for Citizen of the Year. Mayor Allan Arts and Culture Award — Carmel Bond, who has made a
Sutherland said Elisha was highly deserving of the recognition valuable contribution to Dayboro and the greater region by
for her contribution towards a more accessible Moreton Bay. preserving the town’s rich history.
“Elisha’s insight and ideas have proved to be invaluable in the Environment Award — Husband and wife team, Richard and
development of our region’s first Disability Access and Inclusion Carole Green, who have made significant contributions to the
Plan,” Cr Sutherland said. “She has helped shape the guidelines region’s environment including the restoration and preservation
for design and accessibility of parks, pathways, shopping centres, of John Oxley Reserve.
commercial businesses and other public spaces.
Councillor for Division 7 and Spokesperson for Lifestyle and
Amenity, Denise Sims, said Elisha was a powerful and effective
advocate for inclusivity. “Not only will Elisha’s achievements
create a legacy which will improve the lives of thousands of
residents and their loved ones in years to come, Elisha has
helped bring the community on a journey to better understand
that when we are inclusive, society benefits,” Cr Sims said.
Elisha was presented with her award at a special function for the
region’s Australia Day Award recipients on Thursday, 17 January
at Clear Mountain Lodge.
Other Australia Day Award recipients for Moreton Bay:
Volunteer of the Year — Des Dewar, whose work with Deception
Bay Meals on Wheels has helped nourish people in need for
more than 25 years.
Sports Award — Mitchell James, an accomplished tennis player
who has held the #2 ranking in Australian Singles for six years
and currently holds the #1 ranking for Australian Doubles.

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