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WA Local Heroes reveal insight into what’s driving volunteering
To recognise the impact of volunteering this National Volunteer Week, Auspire – Australia Day Council WA hosted an online Lunch with Leaders with two inspiring individuals who were recognised in…

Community Citizen of the Year: Volunteering makes local and international impact
When the war in Ukraine broke out last year, there were efforts from people within Western Australia to help those affected, ranging from workplace fundraiser bake sales, to providing a…

Celebrate volunteers with National Volunteer Week 2023 resources
National Volunteer Week (15-21 May 2023) is an opportunity for us all to celebrate and recognise the vital work of volunteers and to say thank you for their contribution to…

Community Citizen of the Year: Representing Nigeria in Western Australia
Being a medical practitioner, Dr Pedus Eweama contributes to the City of Swan community by providing his help and expertise on health matters. During his experience and training, he has…

Local Connection, Lasting Impact: Australian of the Year Alumni inspire high school students at Murdoch University
The room buzzed with the chattering voices of hundreds of high school students as they marched into the theatre-style lecture room at Murdoch University on Thursday 23 March. So began…

Lunch with Leaders: Creating harmony through volunteering with 2023 Australia’s Local Hero, Amar Singh
In the spirit of Harmony Week, Auspire – Australia Day Council WA hosted an online event to learn about the impact of 2023 Australia’s Local Hero, Amar Singh, who turned…

Combining Coding and Culture with Community Citizen of the Year
When looking at how we as individuals can contribute to our community, the skills and knowledge we have that can be imparted to others is advantageous for making a difference….

Supporting First-Generation Migrants with WA Senior Australian of the Year
“I have never felt so Australian.” This is according to Theresa Kwok, on the months following the 2023 WA Australian of the Year Awards last November, when she was named…

Australia Day Ambassadors show support for local communities
Auspire’s Australia Day Ambassadors headed out across WA, including areas recently hit by extreme floods, to show their support and inspire people with their personal stories of resilience on Australia…

Community Citizens of the Year celebrated in 2023
On Australia Day 2023, 240 Community Citizen of the Year Awards were presented to individuals and groups that make a positive difference across WA. Recipients were selected from more than…

Volunteering paves the way to a better future
As an active resident within her local community, Virginia Pitts is a name that many people in Mandurah will have heard. She is the President of Peel Multicultural Association and…

Celebrate local community heroes this Australia Day
This Australia Day, Western Australians can support their local community leaders and volunteers, with the announcement of the 2023 Community Citizen of the Year Awards. Almost 70 councils across the…