Five Civic Awards were this week awarded to locals who have volunteered their services to inspire and lead community groups, organisations and city projects.
Professor Angie Farrow, a teacher, theatre director and producer, playwright and author, was recognised for her contribution to Palmerston North's reputation as a centre for performance arts.
Graham Slater has volunteered in the arts and has been a Centrepoint Theatre Board Member for 38 years.
He is also a member of Menzshed and U3A/University of the Third Age.
Valerie Dittmer has a volunteer career of 45 years with the not-for-profit sector.