Community celebrates Citizen of the Year winners

Local resident Rodney Glossop was named 2025 Citizen of the Year at the City of Gosnells annual Australia Day Big Breakfast.

Mr Glossop is a passionate advocate for health and wellbeing and has had a profound impact on the local community through his dedicated volunteer work with Thornlie Homestead Parkrun and the Thornlie Junior Football Club.

Other award recipients include:

•  Senior Citizen of the Year Award – Allen Holloway. Mr Holloway has dedicated his time and energy to several volunteer roles in the City of Gosnells, including as the former  Chairman of the Gosnells Men’s Shed and as a volunteer bus driver for the Ronald McDonald House Charity.
• Youth Citizen of the Year Award – Emily Dutton. Miss Dutton is a community leader who has helped local families in need access affordable items.
• Active Citizenship Award – Sam’s Spares. Founded by Sam Thomas, Sam’s Spares is a not-for-profit community organisation which refurbishes unwanted e-waste into usable electronic devices and computers, which are then provided free to people in need in the community.

Mayor Terresa Lynes said this year’s recipients and nominees have all made exceptional contributions to their local community and deserve to be publicly acknowledged for their efforts.

“The Awards recognise local people who have had a positive impact on the community, whether it is through bringing about positive change or inspiring others,” Mayor Terresa Lynes said.
“Congratulations to the winners and all of the nominees for the difference you have made to our community and for helping to make the City of Gosnells a great place to live.”

The awards were presented at the City’s annual Australia Day Big Breakfast event at Centennial Pioneer Park in Gosnells.

Community members also enjoyed a range of activities and entertainment as well as the Awards ceremony.