Jewish Community Council of Victoria: Community Recognition Awards

Mr SOUTHWICK -- It was my great pleasure on Monday to attend the JCCV (Jewish Community Council of Victoria) community recognition awards for 2011. This wonderful event recognised more than 30 individuals and organisations who contribute through volunteer work. I have always had a great deal of respect for those men and women who give their time through volunteering. This community spirit is vital to the success of society, and I want to place on the record my appreciation. In particular I must congratulate Mrs Sylvia Gelman, AM, MBE, on receiving the General Sir John Monash Award for her long history of public service. She has contributed greatly to Mount Scopus, Maccabi Victoria and the National Council of Jewish Women of Australia. Congratulations to the team at the JCCV for the event, and congratulations again to all recipients of the awards.