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Elaine Pike is Iluka’s top ‘Citizen’

The coastal village of Iluka celebrated Australia Day last week with the traditional flag raising ceremony proudly conducted by Iluka Public School Captain Tessah Speirs,

Captain of Iluka Public School Tessah Speirs raises the Australian flag.

followed by the presentation of the Iluka Citizen of the Year award to Elaine Pike by Clarence Valley Councillor Peter Johnstone.

Clarence Valley Councillor Peter Johnstone proudly presented Elaine Pike with the Iluka Citizen of the Year award in recognition of her many years of community service.

Mrs Pike was recognised for her service to many local community organisations and for dedicating 30 years as an Iluka Yamba Marine Rescue Radio Operator.

Iluka resident Jo Russell said a good number of people attended the events with guests enjoying a delicious morning tea of damper, tea and coffee provided by the Iluka CWA ladies.