Nunawading Club and 2 Members receive Certificates at 2026 Deakin Community Awards
On Friday evening 10 July at Whitefriars College, approximately 140 people representing local clubs and organisations in the Deakin Federal Electorate, gathered at Whitefriars College to receive 2026 Deakin Community Awards, presented by Matt Gregg MP.
Among the recipients, the Rotary Club of Nunawading nominated for a Volunteer impact Award, while Harvey Lane and Russell Warmington nominated for an Evergreen Spirit Award. Both Categories reflect contributions to the local community.
Russell Warmington was an apology for the evening as he was on a holiday.
Details of the two awards are as follows:
- Volunteer Impact Award: Celebrates individuals or groups whose volunteering has resulted in a demonstrable, positive change. It usually highlights pioneers or dedicated workers who make a profound, tangible difference for a local community, cause, or organization. [1]. Volunteer Impact Award was won by Eastern Emergency Relief Network [EERN].
- Evergreen Spirit Award: Typically honors long-serving, older, or enduring members of the community. It celebrates individuals who embody a lasting, resilient commitment to helping others and who consistently inspire those around them year after year. Evergreen Spirit Award was won by Harvey and Russell.
In addition, club member Gabby Knaepple was present with members from Eastern Emergency Resource Network [EERN] who also won multiple awards.
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Gabby, Ian, Matt Gregg MP, Margaret and Harvey
It was great to see such a diversity of community groups come together. The awards certainly celebrated the multiculturalism and inclusiveness of the Deakin electorate.