By LACHLAN MOORHEAD
AN ANNUAL community award named after one of Doveton’s most passionate volunteers is once again open for applications.
The Juan Carlos Loyola OAM Award for Longstanding Community Service, which is now in its third year, is presented to a resident of south-east Melbourne who has displayed long-term dedication to the local community through volunteering.
The award is named after Juan Carlos Loyola OAM who has worked tirelessly for 20 years directing the Doveton Special Soccer School and is presented and sponsored by Narre Warren North MP Luke Donnellan.
“There are many people across Melbourne’s south-east who give so much back to their communities, clubs and associations, and that should be celebrated,” Mr Donnellan said.
“This award was created to help celebrate and thank the community spirit and hard work of long term volunteers.”
The winner of this year’s award will be chosen by a panel of local residents and active community members, including Juan Carlos Loyola and Patricia Clarke of Endeavour Hills.
Nominations are now open and close on Monday 2 March, with the winner formally awarded at the end of the month.
To make an application, contact Mr Donnellan’s office on 9706 0566.
