Seniors in the Terrigal Electorate have been honoured for their valuable contribution to the community, receiving a Local Senior of the Year Award as part of the NSW Seniors Festival 2026.
Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch presented seven residents with their awards at his annual Local Seniors Award afternoon tea today.
“It was my very great privilege to recognise and celebrate the recipients of the Local Senior of the Year Awards, who are doing so much to make our community better every day,” Mr Crouch said.
“I sincerely thank them so much for the valuable contribution they make to the people of our region and for leaving a great legacy.”
The awards are among a range of exciting events taking place across the state as part of the NSW Seniors Festival 2026, which celebrates older people and helps keep them active and engaged with their community.
The NSW Seniors Festival runs from 2-15 March 2026. To learn more about the annual festival, visit seniorsfestival.nsw.gov.au
Recipients for the Terrigal Electorate Local Senior of the Year Awards are:
- Dick Kirk: for his efforts in supporting senior citizens at Broadwater Court Retirement Village, including organising events and transport for those without access to a vehicle
- Toni Stanley: for her thirty years of volunteering service to the Anglian Parish of Terrigal Opportunity Shop, providing affordable goods, charitable work and volunteer connection.
- Margaret Sheridan: for her contributions to raising awareness of Type 1 Diabetes, including organising the annual Type 1 Diabetes Walk at Davistown
- Diane Osmond: for significant and lasting contributions to Kincumber Public School community through the formation of Kincumber Grannies and the Breakfast Club
- Norma Boag: for her efforts and involvement with numerous community organisations including the Country Women’s Association, Dementia Café, Salvation Army and the Erina Rotary Club.
- Paul Lane: for his dedication and commitment to community wellbeing through involvement with Meals on Wheels Central Coast
- Liz Stedman: for making meaningful and positive contributions to her local community through care, connection and support for others.