Genevieve Croaker will represent Bathurst on Australia Day after being named the 2019 Citizen of the Year on Monday.
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Ms Croaker has volunteered with various community groups for the best part of five decades.
She is president of Bathurst’s Can Assist, an organisation that supports people undergoing treatment for cancer.
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“This is just unbelievable,” Ms Croaker said after winning the award.
“It is an absolute honour and I am humbled in receiving it.
“I believe we all have to put work into our community. It is very rewarding and challenging.”
The 2018 Citizen of the Year Vicki Wilson Morgan announced this year’s winner.
Bathurst mayor Graeme Hanger was also present during the award function at Bathurst Memorial Entertainment Centre.
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Bathurst High School student Holly Davis was announced as the 2019 Jack Aubin Young Citizen of the Year.
“I feel amazing,” Ms Davis said.
“I want to thank community and my school for giving me many opportunities.
Sahil Makkar
Hi, I am the regional reporter for Fairfax Media. I track news and community-related issues in the Central West especially the Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Lithgow, Mudgee, Blayney, Cowra, Parkes and Forbes local government areas. If you wish to share any news or feedback please feel free to get in touch with me at sahil.makkar@fairfaxmedia.com.au
Hi, I am the regional reporter for Fairfax Media. I track news and community-related issues in the Central West especially the Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange, Lithgow, Mudgee, Blayney, Cowra, Parkes and Forbes local government areas. If you wish to share any news or feedback please feel free to get in touch with me at sahil.makkar@fairfaxmedia.com.au
