Jenna Allan (McNicol) - Young Citizen of the Year 2013
A
Wycheproof girl at heart, Jenna McNicol was named Buloke Young Citizen of the
Year for 2013.
Sport
played a big part in Jenna’s life with her dedicated efforts assisting both the
Wycheproof Tennis and Wycheproof-Narraport Netball Clubs.
After
graduating from Wycheproof P12 College, Jenna headed to university in Melbourne
before making Bendigo her base, from which she regularly commuted back home to
support various events.
Participating
in the local Labour Day Tennis Tournament, Jenna’s commitment ensured she was
on court for the action, and was ever ready to lend a hand during the event.
Even on return visits from Melbourne she was more than happy to make up numbers
if the local team was short of players.
A valued
member of the Wycheproof-Narraport Netball Club, and a former President, Jenna
held the role of Umpires Convener, as well as assisting junior members to
acquire umpiring experience.
From
recruiting members, to organising fundraising activities supporting women, to
assisting with events through the Wycheproof-Narraport Football Club Social
Committee Jenna’s input created depth and diversity for local sporting outlets.
Since
receiving her award, Jenna has worked as a Certified Practicing Valuer
(Property) within mortgage valuation and rating valuation firms, along with
completing 12 months as the Wycheproof Neighbourhood House Coordinator on her
relocation back to the town.
Marrying
her partner Ricky Allan, the couple now have two children – Cooper and Scottie,
with a third due in February.
Jenna
currently works for Buloke Shire as a Capital Projects Officer, and the pair
continue to enjoy their involvement with the local sporting clubs.
Along with
many of their friends, who have also returned to home turf, Jenna and her
family are carrying on the tradition of community building into the
future.
Nominate now for this year's awards at https://www.buloke.vic.gov.au/australia-day-awards