AUSTRALIA is a multicultural nation built on migration from the time of our first settlers. People from across the globe have made their way to its shores for reasons as varied as the people themselves seeking to call Australia home.
Understanding the contribution of modern migrants and the people who help them call Australia home, the Settlement Council of Australia hosted an event celebrating those who keep multiculturism alive and well in Australia late last year. Honouring local, Laurie Hucker with the Unsung Hero Award.
Laurie was recognised for his work with refugees and migrants in the Greater Shepparton area as coordinator of the Shepparton English Language Centre where he has helped new arrivals improve their lives. For years, Laurie has been a passionate advocate, dedicating himself to empowering new arrivals and fostering a sense of belonging in their new home.
