Moulamein's Alan Fielding is Murray River Council's Citizen of the Year as council this week announced its award recipients for 2025.
Seven individuals and groups have been honoured for their contribution to the local community:
Citizen of the Year: Alan Fielding, Moulamein
Young Citizen of the Year: Katelyn Eddy, Mathoura
Sportsperson of the Year: Heath Moloney, Moulamein
Young Sportsperson of the Year: Connor Wilson, Mathoura
Community Group of the Year: Moulamein Automotive Club Inc
Community Event of the Year: Run Echuca Moama
Arts and Culture: Echuca Moama Theatre Company
Murray River Council mayor, Cr John Harvie congratulated the award recipients and nominees.
"On behalf of Council, I would like to acknowledge all the nominees and congratulate this year's award winners who are a shining example of how we can all have a positive and lasting impact in our community."
"From community volunteering, community events, sporting achievement, and artistic offerings, this year's awards reflect the vast and varied contributions from across our area."
"It is their efforts that add to the story of Murray River Council and make it such a great place to live,"
The award recipients will be presented with their award at local Australia Day breakfasts on January 26.
