Congratulations to all of the incredible volunteers recognised at the 2025 Local Heroes Awards during the Oxley Community Festival at Oxley Bowls Club on Sunday 8 June. The following Local Heroes received an award for their wonderful work in the Tennyson Ward:

John Born – Sherwood Grumpy Old Men’s Group

Carole Bristow – Cliveden Ave and Sherwood Arboretum Bushcare Groups (presented at Bushcare)

Alison Hotchkis – Yeronga Playgroup

Bruce Maddox – Oxley Community

Fiorella Morlin – Yeronga Friendship Club & Tennyson Travellers

Jerry Pilgrim – ‘Hoop Guy’ Oxley Community Facebook Group

Maureen Singleton – Graceville Croquet Club

Alan Waite – Yeronga Park Swim Club
Thank you all for your outstanding service to our community!