The Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Corporation (GOLDOC) has announced the 27 batonbearers who will carry the Queen’s Baton through Gunnedah during the 100-day countdown to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018).
From youngsters to some of Australia’s most accomplished legends, the Queen’s Baton Relay (QBR) recognises the achievements and aspirations of Australians from all walks of life.
Inspirational cultural contributor and staunch community woman Margaret Amos is a feature batonbearer announced for Gunnedah. Margaret has brought music to thousands of lives in Gunnedah and North West NSW, and facilitated numerous opportunities and experiences for country children and adults. She has been behind a myriad of community fundraising ventures, and convened Gunnedah Eisteddfod.
Across the community, hundreds of people will get the opportunity to engage with the Baton as it travels through Gunnedah on January 31. Community celebration details will be announced on 17 November.
“I am immensely proud of our batonbearers and the role they will take when the Queen’s Baton comes to town. Dedicating their lives to improving the lives of others and realising their dreams will be recognised as they take part in this memorable occasion,” Gunnedah Shire Mayor Jamie Chaffey said.
“I encourage everyone to share in the moment as a community on January 31.”
The uniquely designed Baton starts its Australian journey on 25 December 2017, 100 days before the Opening Ceremony.
“We couldn’t be more excited for the batonbearers who will be a part of this rich tradition. We are honoured to have so many great Australians carry her Majesty’s message for Gold Coast 2018 and we look forward to celebrating their stories and inspiring generations to come. For the batonbearers, this will be a rare and unforgettable experience,” GOLDOC Chairman Peter Beattie AC said.
Batonbearers to relay through Gunnedah:
- Margaret Amos
- Richard Barry
- Noreen Boehm
- Sarah-Jane Bonner
- Sara Carrigan
- Stacey Chisholm
- Ronald Clissold
- Alisha Conomos
- Francis Crump
- Richard Day
- Kathryn Day-McGuirk
- Michelle Dunlop
- Ray Godkin
- Marie Hobson
- Christine Hodges
- Wade Hudson
- Kate Jenner
- Leslie Knox
- Peter Loveridge
- Josie Luckel
- Zara Mannion
- Ron McLean
- Gregory Piggott
- Lauren Robertson
- Isabella Sawyer
- Michael Silver
- Ken Thompson
- Laiken Watts
For a full list of batonbearer names and the communities that they will carry the Baton in, visit www.gc2018.com/qbr
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