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Bendigo’s highest honour has been bestowed on two residents renowned for their work as volunteers.
City of Greater Bendigo mayor Margaret O’Rourke today announced Garth Keech as Citizen of the Year and Khayshie Tilak Ramesh as Young Citizen of the Year.
Mr Keech was recognised for two decades of service to the Strathfieldsaye community, particularly its scouts group.
Ms Tilak Ramesh is the co-founder of Young People for Refugees, a group offering support to newly arrived Bendigonians.
STILL TO COME: Profiles of and interviews with the recipients.