Glengara resident Margaret Smith has taken out the Highly Commended Community Service and Activity Award at the Central Coast Australia Day Awards.
Margaret Smith (centre) and friends
Margaret spent three years as head of the village’s social committee, organised numerous events and activities enjoyed by many, and raised thousands of dollars for charity in the process.
In nominating Margaret, resident Janice Thompson described her as someone who always puts herself last, and loves giving back to the community and doing things for other people.
Margaret said the ceremony was a wonderful, humbling experience.
“I felt very honoured because I was in such incredible company with people who have done so much,” she said.
“It made me wonder ‘Why me?’
“There was a big luncheon for Australia Day and it was announced to the residents.”
With husband Ian
The nomination and award is a win for more than just her, Margaret said.
“I had a wonderful team of ladies working with me, and it’s also for the Glengara residents, who supported us at all the functions and activities we put on.”
Margaret has recently given up her social committee duties to focus on spending time with her husband Ian.
“We’re very fortunate here, that Glengara is a fantastic village and there are a lot of residents that do a lot to keep the village happy and active,” she said.
“It’s a pretty great place to live.”
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