Trafalgar resident Darren Wallace was awarded with a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in last month’s King’s Birthday honours, recognising his service to the local community through a range of roles over the past 35 years.
When he first learnt he would be receiving the award, Darren said he had to read it a few times to take it all in.
A petition has begun to force the state government to take immediate action by proving funding to deliver a permanent infrastructure solution to the section of road known as ‘The Thorpdale Slip’ on Mirboo North-Trafalgar Road, eight kilometres south of Trafalgar.
Traf Lions conducts public speaking contest for primary schools
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Words by David Koschade– July 2026 Edition
Lions Club of Trafalgar recently held its annual Junior public speaking contest last month.
This program aims to encourage students to participate in public speaking, help build their confidence and allow them the opportunity to hone their natural skills, in front of a variety of audiences, with the freedom to present their speech, unaided and uninhibited, allowing the audience to see their unique, charismatic personalities.
Senior Students who are exploring careers in deference were treated to a special presentation from Australian Army’s sergeant Fletcher Browne and corporal Bayley Glover.
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