Australia Day Awards
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AM honour for researcher
A childhood battle with an aggressive form of bone cancer led Ngaire Elwood to a remarkable career in stem cell research. The Mount Macedon resident of 20 years has now been named a Member of the Order of Australia for her significant service to medicine, in particular to stem cell research and treatment. Ngaire was…
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OAMs for Woodend couple
Woodend’s Allan and Shirley Cann have been honoured for their extensive dedication to volunteering, receiving Medals of the Order of Australia in this year’s Australia Day Honours.
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Passionate about community
A Newham resident with a strong sense of community has been acknowledged for his contribution in Macedon Ranges Shire Council’s Australia Day awards. The council presented Luke Spielvogel with a brand new award this year, the Connecting Communities Award. Passionate about the value and power of community, Luke has been involved in a broad range…