The 12th Annual Moncrieff Community Awards were held in Brisbane last month, with six of the 34 awards given to members of the Greek Australian community.

Organised by Honorary Parliamentary Secretary MP Steven Ciobo, the ceremony takes places every year to recognise the contribution of volunteers in the local community who make a difference in the lives of others.

Awarded for their voluntary services of 20 years or more were Mr Leon Cominos, Mr Peter Zerveas, Mr Perry Arathimos, Mrs Rebecca Cominos, Ms Sophie Rafailidis and Mr John Alexion.

Mr Ciobo said that the volunteers are examples of the character that makes Australia a better country.

Referring to the recipients as ‘backyard heroes’, the MP hopes that their good work will inspire others to follow by example.