Two honoured for community service

Two Central Coast residents have been given Community Service Awards in recognition of their service to the region.

Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch said each year Members of Parliament had the opportunity to recognise outstanding individuals who had worked to make positive contributions to those in their electorate, with this year’s recipients being Dr Michael Mitchelmore and Taia Sansom.

“The Community Service Award is a fantastic opportunity to recognise two individuals in the Terrigal electorate for their efforts to make a real, positive difference in the community and I could not think of two more deserving individuals than (these),” he said.

“Mike’s tenacity and dedication was instrumental in co-ordinating the establishment of the Copacabana Men’s Shed, a project that he has championed since the very beginning in 2018, securing a number of NSW Government grants and community support to build the shed, which was opened on March 13, 2023.

“Taia has been a passionate advocate for the communities of Yattalunga, Davistown and Saratoga as President of the 3 Villages Community Group through her tireless volunteer work.

“Whether it be championing an upgrade of the Jirramba Playground or securing NSW Government funding for a new picnic area at the Lintern St wharf, Taia has always worked relentlessly to help improve her local community.”

Crouch said the two should be proud of their commitment to the community and thanked them for their efforts.

“Volunteering time to improve our community can often be a thankless task, but Mike and Taia are driven by a genuine desire to improve the community and it is their selflessness and dedication that truly make a difference,” he said.

“I extend my sincerest congratulations to Mike and Taia on receiving the Community Service Award and express my profound gratitude for their continuous contributions to our community.”