2025 Heroes and Villains 

Once upon a time the New Year Honours  were special and restricted to genuine recipients that had excelled in a host of Community endeavors.

These days political influence has diminished the meaning and importance of a gong or splash of letters although there are some deserved , dedicated souls to be found amongst  the expanded list. 

I couldn't help but shuffle through the long list that resides in my mind. The list of people that emerged at a time of need and helped so many families , so many residents who were on their back feet after Gabrielle.

These silent heroes went about the task of helping and supporting without hesitation. Where does one start to  recognise the amazing effort that went in over such a long period of time.

I could hand out medals to all of them.

These were not people that  had piles of  money , piles of influence , big companies or a 'name'.

 These were people who sprang in  to action at a time of need. No hesitation.  They lent a shoulder , a dollar, muscle , time and equipment.

They are all heroes to me and I give them all an award for the massive effort they put in to make so many lives better at such a difficult time.

The villains were the big entities .Some of the Councils and staff. Many corporates lacked empathy and had a couldn't care less attitude .

2025 and much further down the track.

Happy New Year to my heroes and gongs to you all.