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Canberra's Choice Awards 2022
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Beth Nasser

Beth’s contribution to the National Folk Festival goes far beyond the event, she represents inclusion and equality in all that she does.
Chris Van Reyk

For decades Chris has made an enormous contribution as a volunteer across the community sector, improving citizens’ opportunities to participate in co
Courtney Chapman

Courtney's courage in sharing her lived experience story has had a huge impact on how the Police interact with the Canberra community.
Jodie Irvine

Jodie has played a pivotal role in enabling Roundabout to support families with safe, quality, essential material goods for their children.
JOHN BROOKES

John has been active in the sector for 25+ years in both large and small charities, supporting disability initiatives across the ACT as a volunteer
Access & Campsite Team

The Access & Campsite Team works to make folk music, art, and culture accessible to all.
Anglicare ACT Emergency Relief and Queanbeyan Food Fair

Through the support provided, our ACT Emergency Relief and Queanbeyan Food Fair volunteers inject positive social impact into our Canberra community
Covenant Care

Covenant Care volunteers ensure rest and rejuvination for carers, and a day with a difference for people with life limiting illness.
Relax & Recharge, Ronald McDonald House Canberra

Relax & Recharge Volunteers deliver moments of comfort and respite to brighten the lives families with babies experiencing hospitalization in the ACT.
The Rainbow Paws Program

The Rainbow Paws Program support the pets of Canberran's doing it tough.
Kristine Hewett

Kristine has made a huge impact to Adamas Nexus by running the support group which has directly assisted women who have experienced domestic violence.
Angela Brown

Angela is passionate about improved Indigenous health outcomes and increased recognition of the impact of musculoskeletal conditions on peoples lives.
Anne Murn

Anne is dedicated to supporting families and the broader community through all of her volunteering activities.
Brian Harry

Brian is one in a million, he looks after the residents so well and we don’t know what we would do without him!
Chris Fitzpatrick

Chris brings joy and laughter to seniors day. He is now apart of the diverse community that is MCCI and the clients and staff are so glad he is.
Deborah Martin

Deborah has worked behind the scenes to support Aboriginal children/families through programs to build community capacity to reduce recividism.
Denis Boutcher

Denis continues to support local families with their tax- 14 years on!
Garry Mayo

Garry has been instrumental in improving the safety and work conditions of ACT Rural Fire Service volunteers
Gary Green

Gary has gone above and beyond to ensure everyone is included in Rugby League and players and their families have the best support possible
Greame Tonge

Greame 'Duck' Tonge has been volunteering his time with the ACT State Emergency Service for over 50 years.
June Lorraine O'Brien

Celebrating 15 years of volunteering in the ACT,June continues to live her purpose of"giving back to my community,especially those who are struggling"
Karen Dunstone

Kaye not only teaches me English she has opened doors to a world beyond my previous experience.
Peter Burgan

For 15 years, Peter has supported our customers with friendly banter, personalised service & a superb shopping experience, that brightens their day
Steve Taylor

Steve’s undeniable passion and dedication to the ParkCare program make him invaluable to conservation efforts in the ACT.
The St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn (Vinnies) Emergency Relief Helpline Team

Vinnies Helpline Team has provided essential emergency assistance to vulnerable individuals and families in need and the ongoing dedication of the Vol
Allan Nicholls

Allan demonstrates commitment and generosity beyond belief when supporting and managing his fellow volunteers at the National Folk Festival.
Bill Blair

Bill helped to ensure the success of the vendors and stallholders at the National Folk Festival, including many small and local businesses.
Christian Notthoff

Christian is the definition of cool, calm and collected, invaluable qualities in a Volunteer Leader.
Giselle Nathan

Cool under pressure, Giselle is an invaluable asset to the National Folk Festival, the folk community, and the choral community she represents.
Greg Laycock

Greg embodies many of the positive values that are important to the Australian folk community and exemplifies strong leadership.
James Temple

James brings an experienced and passionate perspective to his work supporting the vendors and stallholders at the National Folk Festival.
Jan O'Connor

Jan’s calm and kind leadership style makes volunteering with her at the National Folk Festival an absolute pleasure.
Jenny Nicholls

Jenny demonstrates commitment and generosity beyond belief when supporting and managing her fellow volunteers at the National Folk Festival.
John Butcher

John's dedication to the Oakey Hill ParkCare Group has provided a safe and supportive space for environmental volunteering in the ACT.
John Dalton

John is a greatly admired volunteer leader within the National Folk Festival who uses his knowledge and skills to support the community he cares about
Kim Lai Bell

Kim acts as a mentor within the National Folk Festival community, leading with kindness, understanding, and passion for her work and fellow volunteers
Leesa Ffrench

Leesa is a champion for individuals and families affected by cancer in the CBR region through her volunteering & leadership at Rise Above
Linda Tune

Linda champions the development and support of emerging performers in the Australian folk community through her work with the National Folk Festival.
Lisa Dean

Lisa’s work within the Tuggeranong Girl Guide District has had an immense impact on the young girls of south Canberra.
Rick Saur

Rick embodies the values of the folk community that the National Folk Festival holds close.
Vivien Laycock

Vivien is a dedicated, longtime volunteer at the National Folk Festival and is passionate about supporting her community.
Roundabout Canberra Board

Roundabout Canberra Board – shaping, growing and sustaining a vital volunteer-driven charity for ACT children and families.
ACT State Emergency Service Voluneers

The ACT State Emergency Service volunteers provide an essential service to the ACT Community in times of flood, storm or other emergencies.
Anglicare DR Northern Rivers Deployment

'Anglicare DR Northern Rivers Deployment Team - Thank you for your commitment, dedication and compassion within times of disaster and crisis'
Anglicare Retail - Erindale, Phillip and Queanbeyan

Our Retail Op Shop volunteers have made immeasurable positive social impact to Anglicare and community members.
Bars Team - National Folk Festival

The volunteers on the Bars Team work to create a positive and welcoming atmosphere at the National Folk Festival at all hours, day and night.
Communications Team - National Folk Festival

The Communications Team works behind the scenes at the National Folk Festival to ensure the safe and effective operation of the event.
Communities at Work Community Pantry

Communities at Work's community pantries and volunteers ensure that food and other items are available to people who need it during challenging times
COTA ACT Get IT Volunteers

COTA ACT's Digital Mentor team work one on one with older people to help them gain confidence and better use their device
Gates Team - National Folk Festival

The Gates Team volunteers are the face of the Festival, creating a welcoming atmosphere from the moment you set foot on the site.
Good Omen Goodeze

Through creativity, connection and inclusion, Good Omen Goodeze is helping Canberrans in need by creating beautiful hand crafted comfort items.
Hartley Hall Markets Volunteer Team

The Volunteer team is a great reminder of the bigger picture that is so important with working with people with disabilities.
Harvest Group, National Arboretum Canberra

The Harvest Group is a passionate and innovative hands-on volunteer team who share their kitchen garden knowledge and produce with the wider public.
Indigenous Reading Project, Engagement Team

Our Engagement Team helped to improve the reading ability of more than140 Indigenous kids in 2022.
Lost Property - National Folk Festival

Losing things at the National Folk Festival was a far less stressful experience than it could have been thanks to our Lost Property Team.
MCs - National Folk Festival

The MCs of the National Folk Festival are the face of the Festival, working to provide a wonderful experience for patrons and performers alike.
Rescue Subcommittee, ACT Rescue and Foster

ACT Rescue and Foster's Rescue Sub-Committee works tirelessly to rescue dogs from pounds and help them find permanent, loving homes.
Ronald McDonald House Charities ACT & South East NSW

RMHC volunteers provide on-the-ground-hope, support and care, to families with children in hospital in the ACT.
Roundabout Canberra

Roundabout Canberra’s volunteers are tireless in their commitment to giving every child a safe start, and every family the dignity they deserve.
Salvos Stores Volunteer Team , ACT

Our team of 107 volunteers, have ensured that our stores remain open & serving the ACT community year-round,especially the vulnerable & disadvantaged.
Share the Dignity : ACT Team

Share the Dignity ACT Team work towards ending period poverty in the ACT and have made an impact on the lives of thousands of people who menstruate.
St Mary’s In The Valley Anglican Church - Mary’s Market Calwell
 
Anglicare is built upon the values of compassion, inclusiveness, dignity and integrity and we are committed to working alongside churches, schools, communities and individuals who share our heart for helping those most in need.

In partnership with Anglicare, St Mary’s in the Valley show love and support to their local community by providing high-quality second-hand goods at great prices, thanks to their team of church members and other community-minded volunteers.
The Bold Bandannas

The Bold Bandannas are dedicated to alleviating the impact of cancer in our community and have raised half a million dollars for Cancer Council ACT.
The Rainbow Paws Program - Rainbow Reading Dawgs

The Rainbow Reading Dawgs - Enhancing reading skills through canine companionship
The Smith Family

Our Learning Club Tutors provide critical, direct support for the educational and social development of disadvantaged young students in the ACT.
Alex Legg

Alex has overcome significant challenges and barriers and is proud to be the first openly trans member of the ACT Rural Fire Service
Alexandra Banks

Alex has been our young Roundabout Team Leader and made a significant contribution to Roundabout Canberra in all her roles
Amy Lambert

Amy is a valuable volunteer and Team Leader with the Tuggeranong State Emergency Service Unit
Emily Egan

Emily is an outstanding canberra community advocate and sun smart ambassador, changing lives of local people through empowerment and service.
Luka Musicki

Luka is a compassionate and dedicated leader who has gone above and beyond to help others in the community and in volunteer organisations.
David Martin

David Martin is an outstanding Police Volunteer who is held in high regard by all that know and work with him.
Betty Rowley

Despite personal & Physical adversity, Betty has displayed an incredible determination to support the local community, for the last 14 years