The chairperson of a local charity helping homeless and financially disadvantaged people has been recognised as the City of Perth Citizen of the Year.
Homelessness We Care’s Jane Armstrong was presented with the award at the city’s Australia Day citizenship ceremony at Perth Town Hall.
The charity group, which has been running for more than 10 years, helps youths, families, refugees, unemployed and disabled people by providing free meals and a safe space to talk.
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READ NOWPaul Ennis, who has serviced the Perth Town Hall clock for more than 60 years, was awarded the Senior Community Citizen of the Year, while Kate Kirwin, founder of Perth Web Girls, was announced as the city’s Youth Citizen of the Year for her advocacy towards women in STEM.
Sensorium Theatre, Australia’s only theatre company which creates live shows for young people with disabilities, was awarded the Active Citizenship Award.
“The Community Citizen of the Year Awards recognise inspiration people and groups who have contributed to our diverse city community,” Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas said.
“The winners and all those nominated should be truly proud of their achievements.
“We wouldn’t be where we are without the contributions of passionate citizens such as Jane, Kate and Paul, and the invaluable work of groups such as Sensorium Theatre.”
The awards were presented by Mr Zempilas, WA Governor Chris Dawson and Darrilyn Dawson.
The city also welcomed 50 new Australian citizens from 20 countries at the Australia Day Citizenship and Awards Ceremony.