Bass Coast volunteers were honoured for their leadership at the second annual Bass Coast Community Awards at Berninneit last week. From left, Bailey Webster (Next Generation Leader Award), Mandy Chancellor (Community Leader Award), Bass Coast Mayor Clare le Serve, Cr Brett Tessari, Sandra Peeters (Contribution to Arts and Culture Award) and members of the Phillip Island Boardriders Club (Community Group Award). Photo: Lisa Burge
Community Leader Award - Mandy Chancellor
Mandy is the unit controller of San Remo SES. She, like many other SES volunteers, is out working and helping people, often in very trying conditions, while the rest of us sleep. Mandy was noted for her ability to build up the team around her, and her focus on fostering and developing younger members of the unit.
Next Generation Leader Award - Bailey Webster
At 15 years old, Bailey has shown incredible drive and passion. He is a powerful advocate for the Bass Coast Youth Community and a key member of the Bass Coast Youth Advisory Council.
Community Group Award - Phillip Island Boardriders Club
Under the leadership of club president Hannah Eisen, the Boardriders club has significantly expanded its role in promoting women’s participation in the surf industry, along with offering programs that foster a mental health and wellbeing.
Contribution to Arts and Culture Award - Phillip Island Contemporary Exhibition Space
The Phillip Island Contemporary Exhibition Space (PICES) has for many years promoted, supported and educated local artists. Under the inspiring leadership of Sandra Peeters, PICES continues to bring art to the forefront of our community.
Mandy is the unit controller of San Remo SES. She, like many other SES volunteers, is out working and helping people, often in very trying conditions, while the rest of us sleep. Mandy was noted for her ability to build up the team around her, and her focus on fostering and developing younger members of the unit.
Next Generation Leader Award - Bailey Webster
At 15 years old, Bailey has shown incredible drive and passion. He is a powerful advocate for the Bass Coast Youth Community and a key member of the Bass Coast Youth Advisory Council.
Community Group Award - Phillip Island Boardriders Club
Under the leadership of club president Hannah Eisen, the Boardriders club has significantly expanded its role in promoting women’s participation in the surf industry, along with offering programs that foster a mental health and wellbeing.
Contribution to Arts and Culture Award - Phillip Island Contemporary Exhibition Space
The Phillip Island Contemporary Exhibition Space (PICES) has for many years promoted, supported and educated local artists. Under the inspiring leadership of Sandra Peeters, PICES continues to bring art to the forefront of our community.