Every Generation Onkaparinga Awards 2024

The Every Generation Onkaparinga (EGO) awards shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions that people of all ages, cultures, and abilities make to ageing well in the City of Onkaparinga.

There were a record breaking 21 nominations made for this year’s awards and long-term commitment and dedication demonstrated by each of the nominees at this year’s community awards was amazing. Their selfless contributions have had a profound impact on our community, and each nominee embodied the spirit of service and resilience. With so many outstanding individuals, choosing a single winner was difficult, and we celebrate every nominee for their contributions.

Intergenerational Award

Intergenerational Award to recognise those who bring the generations together, reduce ageism and demonstrate the value of intergenerational connection.

Winner

The Generation Gap – Amber Stevens (Emcee Blaze) and Trev Garad have been co-hosting a community radio show for the past five years to give a voice to every age in the community and demonstrating the power of all ages working together.

Nominees

Michael Brennan – For mentoring men of all ages through Good Better Best Mens programs
Jasmine Dillon – For her commitment to aged and Palliative care, providing a role model for other students.
Ann Kruger – for her positive ageing and support for the Woodcroft Primary School.
South Coast Amateur Radio Club (SARC) for providing genuine skills exchange and mentoring of younger people.

Group Award

Group Award to recognise groups that have a clear and positive impact by supporting older people to be active, engaged and purposeful members of the Onkaparinga Community.

Winner

The Peoples Platter – Susan and Darren Christie saw a social need and stepped in to create a community pantry that provides affordable groceries for their community.

Nominees

Compassionate Communities Collaborative – providing supportive opportunities for the community to engage in conversations about life and death, grief and loss.
Mens Breakfast Group – For over 20 years of good food and company run specifically for men by men as they find a new direction after retirement.
Moving Into Dance – for proving the joy of movement is possible for every age and ability, through their weekly dance classes,
Onkaparinga Dementia Friendly Alliance – for their dedicated to those caring for or living with Dementia
Onkaparinga Community Transport Volunteers – for supporting older individuals who don’t have easy or affordable access to transport.
Southern Mens Chat Group – for providing a safe social space by men for men that helps them stay connected to age well.

Individual Award

Individual Award recognises individuals who have provided outstanding service to positive ageing. These are people who do not let age define them, and remain actively involved in improving life better for themselves and everyone round them.

Winner

Steve Brown – for personal achievement and community support for sport, motivating athletes of every age to be their best.

Lifetime recognition

Maxine McPherson – for a lifelong dedication to the community, her years of fundraising and volunteer support at SAFC.
Nora Stuji – for Supporting active ageing through fitness classes and the work of the Noarlunga Districts Senior Citizens Club
Derek Kerr – for service to our community through the Lions Club and Morphett Vale Bowling Club.
Dennis Zimmermann – For supporting the arts and physical activity through the Noarlunga Districts Senior Citizens Club

Nominees

Noela Beenham – for her work at the Noarlunga Centres Churches of Christ supporting older people to live life to the full.
Judy Duke - for her work with St Johns supporting older people at risk of social isolation.
Carolyn Shaw – for supporting carers navigating the difficult experiences of looking after their loved ones.
Meredith Smith – for encouraging health and active ageing in her role as Strength for Life instructor.