Tracey McDonagh from Cycling Without Age Burringbar is this year’s Tweed Local Woman of the Year, Tweed MP Geoff Provest announced today.
“Tracey is the driving force behind Cycling Without Age Burringbar – a volunteer-run, not-for-profit community service that provides free trishaw rides on the Northern Rivers Rail Trail for seniors, people with disabilities and those with reduced mobility,” Mr Provest said.
“Tracey established the Burringbar chapter, connected it with support from Tweed Shire Council, the Office of Sport and Recreation, the Northern Rivers Rail Trail and the Burringbar community.
“Tracey is not only the Community Captain of Cycling Without Age Burringbar, she also volunteers her time as a trishaw rider.
“Tracey’s contribution to her community has greatly enhanced the accessibility and inclusivity of the rail trail, allowing those who might not otherwise be able to experience the rail trail to do so.
“Just this year Tracey has also co-ordinated a sure-to-be-successful Trivia Night in support of Cycling Without Age Burringbar, applied for numerous grants and is putting plans in place to facilitate trishaw rides for more people in the Tweed community – and I’m sure there is even more going on behind the scenes.
“Tracey embodies the principles of the Local Woman of the Year. Her enthusiasm and drive are second-to-none. She is a community leader and has made a tangible, positive impact on the lives of many other people.
“As a regional Local Woman of the Year, Tracey will also be added to the Hidden Treasures Honour Roll.
“Congratulations Tracey and thank you for your unwavering, dedicated and inspiring commitment to Cycling without Age Burringbar and for your service to the Tweed community.”