The City of Melville in Perth has honoured its friendliest residents.
On 6 April, six residents were named the City’s Friendliest Neighbours in a ceremony held at the Civic Centre in Booragoon.
The awards were presented following community nominations in March and winners received a $100 Garden City voucher or family movie pass.
City of Melville Mayor Russell Aubrey congratulated the recipients who had gone out of their way to create a connected, friendly neighbourhood.
“These six, inspirational residents have taken time to help others in small and large acts of kindness which have made an invaluable impact on the lives of their neighbours,” said Mayor Aubrey.
“I would like to extend sincere thanks to each and every one of our Friendly Neighbour Award winners and to all residents who offer helping hands and connect people who live close by – you are what makes our City a safe and enjoyable community to live in.”
The 2016 Friendly Neighbour Award winners were nominated for such tasks as helping less able neighbours, housesitting and looking after pets, organising events and bringing meals to elderly residents.
In 2013, the City developed the Friendly Neighbour initiative, which aims to encourage and assist people to take that first step in communicating with and befriending their neighbours as well as providing support for events and the Friendly Neighbour Awards.
“All year-round Friendly Neighbour Grants of up to $250 are available to all residents to help you host an event in your neighbourhood, which to-date have included gatherings such as barbeques and street parties,” said Mayor Aubrey.
