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Four awards in one congregation

in Local Church News 31/05/2011 1,179 Views

Rev Collin Batt, Dulcie and Neville Free, Bobbie Matheson and Karen Andrews MP. Photo by Barbra Fullham
FOUR MEMBERS of Burleigh Heads Uniting Church on the Gold Coast (and in the Federal electorate of McPherson) received awards for their outstanding contribution to their local community in the inaugural McPherson Awards.

Rev Colin Batt received an award for his services to the Robina Soccer Club where he is president to a club of over 300
members.

Bobbie Matheson received her award for services to the Elanora community through her constant watch on local graffiti and assisting in its eradication.

Neville and Dulcie Free have contributed over 40 years of community service, having recently established the Never Alone Friendship Centre at the church, meeting the needs of lonely and isolated people in the community.

The awards were established by the Federal MP, Karen Andrews, and were presented to the recipients at the Currumbin RSL club in April.

Photo : Rev Collin Batt, Dulcie and Neville Free, Bobbie Matheson and Karen Andrews MP. Photo by Barbra Fullham

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