ENCOURAGING more locals to take the step into volunteerism is a focus for the Rural City of Wangaratta's 2025 Citizens of the Year, Wendy and Peter Lester.
"The more you can do, the better the place is for everyone," Wendy said.
The couple, whose business Quality Hotel Wangaratta Gateway employs 80 people, received the honour at Sunday's Australia Day celebration in King George V Gardens.
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