The state’s longest serving female local government councillor has been honoured as part of Goulburn Mulwaree Council’s 159th birthday celebrations for the city.
Margaret O’Neill OAM was recognised for serving 38 years consecutive service within local government, receiving the Goulburn Mulwaree Award.
“Margaret in particular has been a passionate advocate for sporting organisations and athletes in our region. She established the Ray Harvey Sports Foundation, and is patron for ten organisations. She was NSW longest serving female Councillor in Local Government, and received an Order of Australia in 2016,” Council said in a statement.
Along with Ms O’Neill, local residents Beverley McGaw and Moira McGinity and were recognised for their extensive service to the community over a number of decades.
“Beverley McGaw has been recognised for her strong commitment to the Windellama community, especially the Rural Fire Brigade.”
“Beverley joined the Rural Fire Brigade as a teenager, and has been an integral member of the brigade for over fifty years. She has also served on the Windellama Public School P&C, and as a member of the tennis club as well as contributing to countless community events,” Council said.
Bunbonia resident, Ms McGinity, has been an integral member of the Bungonia Park Trust, Bungonia District Historical Society and the Bungonia Progress Association among other groups and organisations.
“She has supported Bungonia’s development and enhancement, and organised a priceless collection of Bungonia’s Colonial history.”
The Goulburn Mulwaree Award was initiated by former Goulburn Mayor, Bob Kirk, to recognise outstanding service or meritorious achievement by individuals to the community.
