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About the Ceremony

The 2024 Central Coast Volunteer of the Year was announced at Mingara.

The NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards celebrate the work of thousands of individuals and volunteer teams from a diverse range of organisations across the state.

Please join us in congratulating the 2024 Award winners for the region:

These awards recognise the exceptional effort of volunteers across the region. It’s important for volunteers to know that their commitment is recognised and valued.

The Centre for Volunteering CEO Gemma Rygate

The 2024 Central Coast Volunteer of the Year is…

Volunteering superstar Paula Hardwick has been named the 2024 Central Coast Volunteer of the Year for efforts supporting the homeless, disadvantaged, and people in need across the Central Coast.

The regional Award categories were also announced:

2024 Central Coast Young Volunteer of the Year

Congratulations Roan Brown

Roan gives his time at Camp Quality where he provides support at family camps and family fun days, both locally and inter-state. His own personal experiences living with cancer have helped him to make connections with other campers at six Kids Camps over the past two years.

2024 Central Coast Young Volunteer of the Year

2024 Central Coast Adult Volunteer of the Year

Congratulations Paula Hardwick

Paula volunteers with Meals on Wheels, Orange Sky and Because We Care Boutique, supporting the homeless, disadvantaged, and people in need across the Central Coast. She helps with fundraising, delivering meals, helping women prepare for jobs or court appearances, and supporting clients using the mobile laundry.

Not content with her already large volunteering workload, Paula recently joined Marine Rescue Norah Head as a volunteer radio operator, helping to keep people safe on the waters across the Central Coast.

2024 Central Coast Senior Volunteer of the Year

Congratulations Duncan Bennet

Duncan is a dedicated member of the North Avoca Surf Life Saving Club. He’s undertaken a variety of roles over two decades, including as Vice President and Patrol Captain, and he regularly takes part in beach patrols, fundraising and community engagement.

2024 Central Coast Senior Volunteer of the Year

2024 Central Coast Volunteer Team of the Year

Congratulations 3 Villages Community Group

The 3 Villages Community Group works with local organisations like the Green Point Avoca Lions Club, Kincumber Rotary, and others to deliver community projects. They work closely with residents, schools, businesses, and local authorities, applying for donations, funding, and grants to revitalise old amenities and create great public spaces.

2024 Central Coast Volunteer Team of the Year

2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award Sponsors

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