At the final Eastbourne community Board meeting last night (22/10/2024) we had the pleasure of hosting the 2024 Eastbourne Awards recipients. These are individuals or organisations from Eastbourne who have had noteworthy achievements in the current year or have made a significant contribution to Eastbourne over a period of years. The Community Board chooses recipients of the Awards, and there is no formal process of nomination. Awards will be for the current year or a specified period, thus, repeat awards are also possible. You can click through to read the citations and find out what rich contributions these recipients have made to our community and our society at large.
- Martin Cooper – For services to youth leadership and community support through his unwavering dedication to Eastbourne’s youth group, “The Loft,” providing a safe and welcoming space for local youth.
- Sinead Diederich – For services to community engagement and local fundraising, including founding the Facebook Eastbourne Community Notice Board and spearheading numerous local initiatives.
- Sarah Pettus – For caring for our coastline, our environment, and our immigrant and refugee community.
- Jo Greenman – For her tireless dedication to the role of Park Ranger for Greater Wellington Regional Council in East Harbour Regional Park.
- Janet Andrews and Simon Hoyle – Visual storytellers, geologists and wonderful members of our community.