Parkes couple Donna and Warren Edwards have received a NSW Government State Representative Award for representing the Western Region in the Australian National Dragon Boat Championships earlier this year.
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Member for Orange, Phil Donato MP was in Parkes on Thursday, September 13, to personally present the awards to the couple.
“I am delighted to present these awards to Warren and Donna for their outstanding contribution in representing the Western Region in the Australian National Dragon Boat Championships at Lake Kawana in Queensland in March,” Mr Donato said.
“Warren and Donna both competed in the 500m, 200m and Relay events and put in a remarkable effort.”
Mr Donato said it is important to recognise the couple’s contribution.
“Sport is an important part of regional NSW as it unites our whole community together,” he said.
“Congratulations on your outstanding efforts Warren and Donna, we look forward to hearing about your future endeavours!”
Congratulations on your outstanding efforts Warren and Donna, we look forward to hearing about your future endeavours!
- Phil Donato, Member for Orange
The Parkes Dragon Boat Club was established on May 3 and the sport launched locally at Lake Endeavour on Saturday, May 26.
