Achievers and young achievers recognised across Benalla Rural City

Events were hosted in townships through Benalla Rural City across the morning, where district achievers were announced.

Those included:

Doris said she was shocked to hear her name read out at the Australia Day breakfast.

“I nearly cried,” Doris said.

“It is such an honour. You do these things to help the community not to win awards.

“But it really touched my heart. It’s really nice to be recognised.”

Hamoudi said a former teacher of his, Mrs Branigan, had told him she had nominated him.

“It is a great thing and a big honour for me to be named Young Achiever of the Year.

“I’m going to get on the beers to celebrate. The ginger beer that is as I don’t drink.

“I’m very proud, this is a big honour for me.”