HIGHLY respected Logan Elder Aunty Heather Castledine has used her passion for her community, her gentle manner and her commitment to making a difference to work with groups all over Logan.
On Monday, her efforts were recognised when she was awarded the Mayor’s Spirit of Logan Award at the 2015 Logan City Australia Day awards.
A member of Logan Elders for eight years, Aunty Heather also works extensively with children, and is on the board of directors with DV Connect and YFS Ltd.
An emotional Aunty Heather said the Logan community had always been close to her heart.
“Logan came into my heart the very first day I started working with Queensland Health, and as I started working with more people in this community, especially the children, I saw how many special people there are here,” she said.
“There are so many people who work helping others, bringing people together, which is so important and something that has always been important to me in my work.
“Logan is a very special place and I am honoured to work in this community with people from so many different backgrounds.
“We need to celebrate our differences and all learn from each other. It’s a gift to live in a place with so many great people to learn from.”
Aunty Heather said she was shocked to receive her award and dedicated it to her friends and fellow Elders in the Logan community.
Mayor Pam Parker said Aunty Heather was a fantastic role model.
“There is a place for everybody in Logan and all three winners (of this year’s awards) demonstrate that we are a community that cares about one another,” she said.
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