CARL Foster is almost a Bellinger Valley institution.
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His garage and automotive business has been running for many decades and this almost matches the time he’s spent working for the local the community.
Carl’s Hyde St neighbour, Ziggy Koenigseder, reckons there’s barely a local soul who hasn’t been in affected by Carl and his service to the shire should not go unrecognised. She’s calling for a local campaign to have Carl awarded an Australian of the Year gong.
“Carl is such a community icon, and so selfless,” Ziggy said.
“I would love to nominate him for Australian of the Year, under the 'local hero' category. His record with the local Lions Club alone is something to be proud of.”
The Courier-Sun seconds Ziggy’s call and encourages all within the shire, and those ex-Bellinger Valley locals, to head to the website and nominate Carl for Australian of the Year. Submissions close soon, so be quick! www.australianoftheyear.org.au.