About the Ceremony
The 2024 New England/Northern Inland Volunteer of the Year was announced at Armidale City Bowling Club.
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 RygateThe 2024 New England/Northern Inland Volunteer of the Year is…
Retired Armidale Police Inspector Matt Lynch has been awarded the 2024 New England and Northern Inland Volunteer of the Year, for his commitment and dedication to supporting young people as a mentor, coach, driver and cook with youth support group BackTrack.
Matt was recognised today at the Armidale City Bowling Club as part of the 2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards.
Recipients in other New England and Northern Inland regional award categories were also announced, including young, adult, senior and volunteer team of the year.
The regional Award categories were also announced:
2024 New England/Northern Inland Young Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations Harrison Burkett
Harry dedicates countless hours each week to supporting local sports, including hockey, touch football, and cricket, both as a player and an umpire. He also gives his time setting up and cleaning at the Tamworth Show.
2024 New England/Northern Inland Adult Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations Matt Lynch
The volunteer work of retired police officer Matt Lynch has made an immeasurable difference to the lives of young people and their families throughout the NSW Northern Tablelands region.
Matt is a volunteer mentor, driver, cook, coach and court supporter with BackTrack – an Armidale based community group supporting young people in need of help. His practical assistance is matched with invaluable personal support.
2024 New England/Northern Inland Senior Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations Betty Dunn
Betty Dunn has banked more than 25 years of volunteer service with the St Vincent de Paul Society in its shop and support centres. She’s been a volunteer coach, administrator and organiser with the Tamworth Netball Association for 50 years and a volunteer at the Parry School and the Tamworth Base Hospital maternity ward.
2024 New England/Northern Inland Volunteer Team of the Year
Congratulations NSW SES Tamworth Unit
The 55 members of the Tamworth SES unit are on call 24 hours a day to respond to floods, storms, fires and other incidents throughout the area and across NSW. They support the district by providing first aid, educating the public about emergency situations, and teaching valuable skills to younger members of the community.
2024 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award Sponsors
