We acknowledge and congratulate our colleagues on their recognition and inclusion on the Australia Day Honours List.

Cindy Berwick | former AECG President

A fearless educator who was driven to make a difference for Aboriginal students and their communities. Cindy’s family can be incredibly proud of her recognition. Her legacy is immeasurable.

Mark Greentree |Director Technology 4 Learning (former Principal Prestons PS )

Recognising his school leadership, expertise and school voice in leading a team to ensure the effective integration of technology in schools to enhance and enrich the learning experiences for all students and staff alike.

Locally, colleagues too were recognised and celebrated. Congratulations to these colleagues and a HUGE thank you to colleagues who shared these celebrations with me.

Garry Munday | Citizen of the Year - Macleay Valley, Kempsey.

Garry Munday former Teacher in Charge and then PP5 Principal of Gladstone PS 1979-1999 and NSWPPA Member was awarded Citizen of the Year - Macleay Valley, Kempsey.

Garry was a keen NSWPPA member on the North Coast and attended meetings with his North Coast colleagues particularly Ralph Taylor (NSWPPA Life member and at the time Principal of Macksville PS) and Jim Crisp (Principal Kinchela PS. They famously attended the International Principals conference held at Darling Harbour in 2000.

He established connections around the state and also spent 2 years at the RAAF School in Penang (1975-1976) where he established firm friendships with Steve Stuart and Rick Riddell (NSWPPA Life Members) both who went on to play significant roles in the NSWPPA over a number of years.
A summary of his award:

As a teacher, sportsperson, historian, author, volunteer and Rotarian, Garry has played a positive role in the lives of many in the shire since he took up residency here in 1977.

He has been involved with many local sporting clubs including Kempsey Cannonballs and Mid North Coast Rugby Union where he has life memberships at both and still motivates school children and sportspersons in the Macleay Valley.

Garry retired from teaching in 1999 and from here, he followed an interest in the Macleay Valley’s history volunteering for the Macleay Valley Historical Society where he is currently the Vice President. He has produced many journals documenting past events that shaped the Macleay today.

Coincidentally, Garry’s award and citation was presented by Kempsey Mayor – Mr Leo Hauville (former Principal of Willawarrin PS).

Shelley Darcy |Principal |Dubbo Sportsperson of the Year

Shelley is currently relieving at Geurie Public School and is the substantive Principal Eumungerie PS. Shelley is a member of the Small School Reference Group. Convenor of District and Western Athletics Carnivals - attends State Athletics and coaches Dubbo District Touch Football.
She was recognised as MVP of the last State of Origin Touch Carnival – 40’s women. Shelley plays touch herself and league tag. What deserving recognition!