A group committed to ensuring that Auburn Hospital recycles everything it can are among those recognised in the region’s Local Citizen of the Year & Community Pride Awards.
“These awards recognise and honour those individuals and groups who have selflessly devoted their time and energy to making Cumberland, Australia’s next great community,” said Mayor Steve Christou.
Winners across five different categories are:
- Community Pride Award (individual) - Kanan Shah
- Local Citizen of the Year - Remgarajan Chidambaranathan
- Local Senior Citizen of the Year - Bruce Banton
- Local Young Citizen of the Year - Ibrahim Taha
- Community Pride Award (Group) - Auburn Hospital Recyclers
“The Auburn Recyclers are a group of dedicated environmentalists who founded the Auburn Hospital Recycling for the Future Project and are finding new ways to recycle items and reduce waste,” said Mayor Christou.
“Usable items no longer required by the hospital are redirected to where they can go to make a real difference, working equipment and furniture goes to MedEarth and stock that has gone past its’ use-by date goes to animal charities.”
Ibrahim Taha was named Local Young Citizen of the Year.
“As the elected YMCA NSW Youth Parliament Member for Auburn, Ibrahim has worked hard to represent youth through various initiatives and enhancing their leadership skills,” said Mayor Christou.
“I want to congratulate our winners and thank you to everyone who supported these awards and made a nomination. The future looks bright in Cumberland.”
