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(L-R) Sue Boyle and Jenny Vickery of Warm Touch 2460 celebrate after being presented with the 2025 Clarence Valley Community Achievement Award. Image: Emma Pritchard

Community spirit reflected in achievement award

Emma Pritchard

Warm Touch 2460 provides hope, support, and comfort to thousands of Clarence Valley residents and communities across NSW through the dedication and generosity of their volunteers who are always willing and ready to assist those in need.

Their community spirit and compassion was recognised at the 2025 Clarence Valley Citizen of the Year Awards on January 23 when the not-for-profit organisation was presented with the 2025 Clarence Valley Community Achievement Award.

Founded by Jenny Vickery 10 years ago, Warm Touch 2460 volunteers knit and crochet items including beanies, blankets, gloves, and scarves, for oncology patients, aged care residents, palliative care patients, and individuals with special needs.

Using donated materials and supplies, they also create specialised items such as dignity bags for catheters, cushions, and twiddle mats for people living with dementia.

The group has also supported farmers battling crippling droughts and primary producers recovering from devastating floods and always strives to do what they can to help those in difficult and life-changing situations.

Ms Vickery and Warm Touch 2460 volunteer Sue Boyle said they were blown away to receive the award and told the Clarence Valley Independent the accolade was a real community effort.

“All of our volunteers, we love what we do,” Ms Vickery said.

“We live in such a supportive community,” Ms Boyle added.

“This award is for everyone who has helped us along the way.”

Warm Touch 2460 is part of a statewide charity network.

They were nominated for the 2025 Clarence Valley Community Achievement Award by Rayonnie Newcomb and Jill Enks.