JANET PILMORE, DIMBOOLA
The Hindmarsh Lifetime Achievement Award category was created by Hindmarsh Shire Councillors 2024. This award is presented to a person who has continuously contributed to the Hindmarsh Shire community for several years, whether it be through volunteering, running a local business, offering a helping hand when needed and/or being a positive advocate for the community and people.
Janet Pilmore of Dimboola has been announced as the recipient of the Hindmarsh Shire Lifetime Achievement Award for 2025.
Janet has made a significant contribution to the Dimboola community for many decades across numerous organisations and for various causes, whether it has been for empowering young people, supporting vital services, or fostering a strong connection and care within the community. Her stewardship of the Dimboola Gateway Shop for over 35 years ensured its day-to-day operations and saw it become a cornerstone for the success of Dimboola Girl Guides.
Janet’s involvement with CFA Ladies’ Auxiliary has seen her prepare food for firefighters during emergencies and organising fundraising events to support the CFA. The passion she has for the community extended to her membership in the Dimboola Garden Club, where she contributed to local beautification projects until the club disbanded in 2009.
She has been heavily involved with Dimboola Girl Guides, taking on a leadership role, where she empowered young girls by instilling values such as self-confidence and providing them opportunities to learn vital life skills. She renewed her guide promise in 2014 to lead the Second Company Guides in Dimboola, where she has organised camps, mentored future leaders and ensured continued success of the program.
Cr Ismay said, “On behalf of Hindmarsh Shire Council and the Dimboola community, I extend our congratulations to Janet. Janet has consistently demonstrated exceptional service, compassion, and commitment to creating a stronger community for many years. Her contributions have left a legacy in Dimboola, making her an important member of the Hindmarsh community.”
“On behalf of Hindmarsh Shire Council, I sincerely thank everyone who submitted nominations for the 2025 Hindmarsh Shire Australia Day Awards.” added Cr Ron Ismay. “Council continues to wholeheartedly support this day and see it as a day to come together and celebrate our freedom, democratic rights, multiculturalism and enjoy the wonderful country we live in.”
Cr Ismay concluded “I would also like to thank and extend our gratitude to the volunteers who run the Australia Day events each year – Lions Club of Rainbow, Jeparit Town Advisory Committee, Dimboola CWA and Lions Club of Nhill.”
Congratulations Janet!