Twelve local teenagers received $500 as part of their award as local sporting champions yesterday, recognising how they have excelled in representing the northern rivers region.
Federal member for Page Kevin Hogan presented the awards saying ‘I’m very pleased to help these teenagers follow their dreams.’
The awards were presented to: Gabriella Hill, Australian Athletics; Tylah Crabtree, NSW PSSA Swimming Championships; Zali Hill, NSW Combined Catholic College Swimming Championships; Jacob Yourel, Combined High Schools NSW Swimming Championships; Lachlan Offley, NSW PSSA Open Rugby League Championships; Joshua Stothard, NSW CHS Rugby League; Thomas Farragher, NSW CHS Rugby League; Toby Barlow, BSW PSSA Basketball Championships; Lauren McDonald, State Aerobics Gymnastics; Georgie Andrews-Engle, QLD State Combined Training & Horse Trials; Skyla Davis, NSW Under 13 State Hockey Championships; McKinley Arnison, Pacific School Swimming Games.
‘The northern rivers has produced some outstanding sportspeople in the past, and it is important that we support the next crop of our local sporting talent,’ continued Hogan.
‘I encourage any budding champions out there who have the opportunity of competing at a state, national or international event to apply for a grant by contacting my office or check out this website.’
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