Carol Blair
Ms CRUGNALE (Bass) (09:58): Incalculable with their generosity of spirit, perpetual in their compassion towards others and relentless in their civic service—today I pay tribute to three extraordinary people who are all heart, all community. Carol Blair, Bass Coast Citizen of the Year, was recognised for her countless hours of volunteering in a myriad of local organisations and committees. She was instrumental in the journey to childcare services at Bass Valley, is chair of the Bass Coast Community Foundation and is now focused on their Women for Change program to enrich the quality of life of women and girls. A mentor for many, a voice for others, a strategic navigator of systems and processes—her work towards an inclusive, serviced, welcoming and equal society is far from done.