Volunteer an unsung hero

CASEY mayor Colin Butler is calling on local residents to nominate a valued member of the city for the annual Casey Community Volunteer Awards.
Nominations for the 2007 awards are now open and are aimed at recognising and celebrating the unsung heroes of the community.
Awards will be presented in five different categories including family and community support, sport and recreation, arts and cultural activities, environment-conservation and a young volunteer award.
An innovation award will also be presented to a community group or local business that encourages volunteering |and community participation.
“The awards are a significant way in which the City of Casey officially recognises the contributions our volunteers make to local community organisations and to the municipality as a whole,” Cr Butler said.
“I encourage everyone to think of the volunteers who dedicate their time to help others, and surprise them with a nomination. The efforts of our volunteers really do make Casey a terrific place to live.”
Volunteer nomination forms are available by contacting the City of Casey on 9705 5200 or by visiting www.casey.vic.gov.au/volunteer