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NSA CEO Chris Grice with National Seniors Australia founder Everald Compton (Photo: NSA)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

June 13, 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n

Former Linville resident Everald Compton AM AO – founder of National Seniors Australia – has been recognised by the group with the naming of a new “community champion” medal.<\/p>\n

The Everald Compton Community Champion Medal aims to acknowledge older unsung heroes in the Australian community.<\/p>\n

NSA CEO Chris Grice said the medal honours Mr Compton’s outstanding contributions while also celebrating everyday champions whose grassroot experiences and selfless contributions make a significant difference to their communities.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt NSA, we are constantly reminded of the amazing, yet humble members of our older community. Whether they\u2019re volunteering, donating time and skills, or caring for others \u2013 what they do and how they do it is often so selfless and inspiring,\u201d Mr Grice said.<\/p>\n

Mr Compton, who launched the NSA almost 50 years ago, said he was humbled to be honoured by NSA in a way that recognises the value and contribution of older Australians.<\/p>\n

\u201cI never imagined it would grow to a peak body, advocating for all older Australians,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Mr Compton began school at Linville in 1936 and is believed to be the school’s oldest living graduate.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Last year, he published an autobiography, “Catching The Linville Train”, a journey through history via his eyes.<\/p>\n

Mr Compton is the longest serving Elder in the Uniting Church in Australia, the author of five books, served for 60 years on Boards of commercial corporations, set up a charitable trust and has worked for decades as a fundraising consultant for not-for-profit institutions.<\/p>\n

Many people would know him for his long-term advocacy for an Inland Rail link between Melbourne and Queensland but he was also a loud voice pushing for the passing of Voluntary Assisted Dying legislation in Queensland and Indigenous recognition in the Constitution.<\/p>\n

Nominations for the Everald Compton Community Champion Medal can be made online<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Nominations close on August 15 and the winner will be announced on October 1.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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