Mr Gee said the awards showcase the important contribution seniors make to our local community as well as recognising the array of talent.

“Seniors make such an important contribution to the Orange electorate and these awards are one way in which our community can show its appreciation for the talents, skills and generosity of this impressive group,” Mr Gee said. 

“I’m inviting anyone who knows a senior who deserves recognition for their role in the community to nominate them for an award.”

Nominations for the 2015 NSW Seniors Week Local Achievement Awards are open until Monday  March 2, 2015 at 5pm.

Nomination forms are available by calling the office on (02) 6362 5199 or can be downloaded from www.andrewgeemp.com.au

The awards will be presented in Seniors Week between Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 22. 2015.

NSW Seniors Week is the largest festival for seniors in the southern hemisphere.

The campaign is designed to thank, celebrate and recognise seniors for the role they play and the contributions they make to the community.

Every March, government, community and commercial organisations hold hundreds of events encompassing art, sport, music, entertainment, technology, recreation, health and more.

The theme for NSW Seniors Week is Be Inspired and is about encouraging greater effort, enthusiasm, and creativity, with a focus on activities that celebrate self expression.