Locals Recognised In Queens Birthday Honours List

Sunday, 10 June 2012 18:24

A host of people with local connections have been honoured in the 2012 Queens Birthday honours list which has been released this morning

Awardees include Superintendent Des Organ, formerly with the Sussex Inlet and Nowra Police Stations, who now heads up the Hunter Valley Command based at Muswellbrook.

South coast medical specialist Dr Phil Clinganhas been honoured for his contribution to cancer care, and Ruth Sims for her contribution to aboriginal education.

Rex Worrell from Shoalhaven Heads has been recognised for his contribution to the shorebird recovery program over the last 20 years, while Ruth Richards from Ulladulla has been decorated for her service to the community, especially the Country Women's Association.

Bendanlong's Peter Hudson has been honoured for his contribution to environmental causes.

Four naval personnel with local connections have been named, Lt Cdr Clifford Kyle who helped achieve a 23% increase in flying hours for the Sea Hawk helicopters, and Warrant Officer Anthony Wills from 817 squadron for his work with the now de-commissioned Sea King Helicopters .

Warrant Officer Debbie Butterworth has been singled out for her work in logistics management, and Lt Cdr Barry Ford for his work during the anti ship missile defence upgrade on HMAS Perth.

Highlands awardees include Bowral businessman Tony Springett for his contribution to business, and charities like the KKKK.

Alan Hayes has been recognised for his contribution to the social sciences and family studies, and John Anysley of Moss Vale for his contribution to the Uniting Church.

Carlolyn Lieutenant from Bowral has been decorated for her service to sport, and Stephen Dickman of Mittagong for his work in helping veterans.

Ann Hoy Moss Vale has picked up an award for community service and Leilani Watson from Tahmoor for development of employment opportunities for aboriginal people.

Also honoured Richard Ruhfus from Bowral's Empire Cinema for his contribution to community through the visual arts and charitable organisations

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