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Devonport Celebrates Outstanding Women with 2023 Diamonds of Devonport Awards on International Women’s Day

Devonport celebrates 2023 Diamonds of Devonport on International Women’s Day

Devonport Mayor Alison Jarman has congratulated the 2023 Diamonds of Devonport, acknowledging the quality of this year’s recipients as a reflection of the depth of talent and contribution of women within the Devonport municipality. The Diamonds of Devonport event has been running for 12 years and recognises the achievements of women in business, personal achievement, and community contribution.

This year’s event was held on International Women’s Day, and the diversity of nominees and the contribution they have made in their respective fields and endeavours have inspired each of us to strive to achieve our goals and contribute to the betterment of our community, family, workplaces and social networks, said Cr Jarman.

Annette Rockliff, this year’s Diamonds of Devonport Ambassador and patron, highlighted the importance of recognising and celebrating the women of Devonport in such a public way, showcasing their talent, hard work, and dedication. Mrs Rockliff said that the event was a lovely way to acknowledge the recipients and reflected on the establishment of Diamonds of Devonport as a meaningful way to honour and acknowledge the significant contribution of women in the local community.

The 2023 Diamonds of Devonport recipients are Danika Lyons for Young Achiever, Grace Huddleston, Meggan Bristow, Jess Bayles, Anafa Fok Chak, Vanessa Sharman, and Una Rockliff for Business Achiever, Rachell Burke for Personal Achievement, and Amy Szylvester, Jackie Muir, Denise Daly, Sharon Dent, Pauline Smart, Robyn Ackling, Robyn Glen, Sheree Whittington, Sharni Cook, Dannielle Bell, Joanne Richardson, Teegan Murphy, Jacinta Chatwin, Jenny McKay, Catherine Parker, Ruth Parsons, Susan Underwood, Tina Treloar, Jan Burtt, and Annette Rockliff for Community Achievement.

Mayor Jarman congratulated the Diamonds of Devonport for 2023 and said, “How fortunate we are to have such determined, driven, and community-minded women in our great city.” She added that recognizing these wonderful women on a day as significant as International Women’s Day sends an important message to the recipients that they are recognized, appreciated and inspiring to others.