THE Awards Australia Community Hero Award acknowledges those individuals making a significant contribution at a local level in regional and rural Victoria. There are many selfless people who, through their actions, have positively impacted the lives of others and their community.
The Community Hero Award acknowledges those everyday people doing extraordinary things within their local communities. Community heroes may be involved in (but not restricted to) art, health, business, sports, volunteering, the environment, aged care, or education. They may have displayed courage in overcoming a personal adversity or demonstrated leadership in trying times.
For 2020, Shepparton’s John Anderson has won the prestigious Awards Australia Community Hero Award at the 2020 Regional Achievement and Community Awards and was presented by Geoff Griffin, managing director, Awards Australia.
John won the Award from a strong field of 59 community contributors across Victoria.
The winners were announced on Friday, December 4 during an Online Awards Presentation. Online viewers from across the state tuned in to celebrate regional Victoria’s high achievers.
John works with heart and soul. He is a member of the Rotary Club and the President of the Shepparton Chamber of Commerce and Industry. He worked on the parking reference sub-committee to bring about $8.5M funding to the Shepparton Central Business District, slated to commence in 2021. He also works with Council on various initiatives.
His ability to consult and negotiate without offending or upsetting the business community and Council executives helps John and the general community achieve the desired outcome. He is a kind, respectful and humble leader who is well loved in the community.
Winners each received either $2000 into an account in their name from Bank of Melbourne or an air time package on PRIME7 along with a trophy.
