Community ambassadors

“Being socially connected gives me great courage and makes me feel strong” – Dimitra Micos OAM, 76 years old.

"When I received the Order of Australia Medal, my children and grandchildren said that they were very proud of me. I was overjoyed that I made them proud because you know, any father wants to get his kids to be proud of him.” – Amir Salem OAM, 82 years old.

“Health is a treasure. Even if you have a lot of money but if you don’t have good health, you’re in a big trouble. I didn’t think it as much until one day I fell on the street. I realised something went wrong. Now I go to see my GP regularly to keep up with medical checkups because prevention is better than cure.” -- Janey Tham, 60s.

“I have to age healthily because I love being around my grandchildren. Healthy eating gives me good health so I can see my grandchildren grow.” -- Maria Pirrello, 77 years old.