Meanwhile, a number of Northern Rivers locals were also recognised on this year’s Queens Birthday Honours List.
Australia Police Medals were awarded to Chief Inspector Nicole Bruce from the Richmond Police District and Detective Chief Inspector Gregory Thomas from Northern Region Operations.
Ballina’s Captain Dennis Henry was awarded an Australian Fire Service Medal.
Meanwhile, cricket star Lynette Larsen, Murwillumbah lifesaver Hugh Small and Dr Austin Curtin from Tregeagle all received Order of Australia medals.
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