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Mother takes torch, named Senior Citizen of the Year

30/01/2026

A lifetime of quiet compassion has been brought into the spotlight, with longtime volunteer Maureen Timms named 2026 Senior Citizen of the Year at the Cardinia Shire Australia Day Awards. The awards were presented at a special ceremony at the Cardinia Cultural Centre on Thursday…

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Mother takes torch, named Senior Citizen of the Year

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Back in action at Berwick Jewellers following alleged assault, fear lingers for shop keeper

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