Nominated by: The boys and parents at VCP A VICTORIA College Prep teacher has been nominated for Teacher of the Year for being “a mentor, a role model, and a source of inspiration” for the boys. Leon Pierre is a student at Newcastle University, undertaking a placement year at VCP as part of his studies […]

Nominated by: Louise Cram THE FORMER director of construction and engineering at Highlands College has been nominated for Teacher of the Year for supporting a family through an unimaginable loss and “making something so very sad and unbearable a bit better”. Nick Rudkin was nominated by Louise Cram, whose son, Daniel, was a student at […]

Nominated by: Beth Rosser HELEN Liron has been nominated for Teacher of the Year, for her “outstanding” work after covering as a supply teacher at St Mary’s School. Despite only being there for a year, the impact Mrs Liron made was immense, according to her nominator Beth Rosser – who credited the teacher for the […]

Nominated by: Natalie Brophy A TEACHING assistant at St Luke’s Primary School has been nominated for Teacher of the Year in recognition of her “26 years of unwavering commitment where she has made a lasting difference to countless children and families”. Terrie Wilton, is described as an “integral part of school life” by nominator Natalie […]

Nominated by: Sophie Dutton A LECTURER of business studies at Highlands College has been nominated for Teacher of the Year. Her daughter, Sophie Dutton has nominated Mrs Zimmerman and said: “I have watched her spend countless evenings and late nights planning lessons, activities and she often asks me to help test out games to make […]

Nominated by: Anonymous A YEAR 5 teacher at Victoria College Preparatory School who is the subject lead for computing and IT has been nominated for Teacher of the Year. Michael Delahunty has been described as “a wonderful champion” for his anonymous nominator’s son, who has an ADHD diagnosis. They said that Mr Delahunty’s “support, understanding […]

Nominated by: Jade Stewart A LEARNING support assistant and after-school-club manager at Grand Vaux School, described as a “treasure of a teacher”, has been nominated for the Teacher of the Year award. Christine Gilroy has been praised for working throughout the school day, from breakfast club through to the after-school club, all while maintaining “a […]

Nominated by: Jean Audrain BILL Tizard has been nominated for the Neighbour of the Year Award for his devotion to keeping his road neat and tidy. He tends to his community’s shared garden, for which he buys all the plants and does the upkeep, according to his nominator, Jean Audrain, who added that “despite his […]

Nominated by: Jalie Collingwood JOHN Taylor has been nominated for Neighbour of the Year for his “kindness” and willingness to help others. Whether replacing flooring, installing toilets or helping in the garden, “nothing is ever too much trouble”, his nominator, Jalie Collingwood, said. “He regularly checks on my parents,” she added –something she said had […]

Nominated by: Sigita Laiviniece SD Catering has been nominated for Customer Service of the Year for being “a local business that quietly makes a huge difference to our Island”. Nominator Sigita Laiviniece praised the team for doing far more than providing “exceptional” food. “They support local businesses and charities, participate in fundraising and have provided […]

Nominated by: Tracy Collins A DEPUTY manager of a hotel has been nominated for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award, having “consistently demonstrated exceptional customer service”. Rami Hammoude joined La Haule Manor in April 2024 and according to his nominator, hotel general manager Tracy Collins, he has made a lasting impact on the business. […]

Nominate by: Charlie Miles THE event manager at the Royal Jersey Show-ground has been nominated in the customer service category for the “exceptional support” he shows his customers and for always going “the extra mile” to ensure their success. Dave Cottrell has worked at the showground for more than 20 years. In that time, his […]

Nominated by: Chantelle Mundy Dunne A DIRECTOR at a local property and surveying firm has been nominated in the Customer Service of the Year category for his “professionalism, responsiveness and genuine commitment to outstanding service”. Julian Roffe, who is described as having an “exceptional reputation” works at Sarre & Co, where he has brought value […]

Nominated by: Sandra Noel CAFE staff members who consistently go above and beyond to make customers feel welcome have been nominated for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award. Nominator Sandra Noel said that no matter the day, the time or who served her, she was always greeted with “a smile and fabulous service”. […]

Nominator: Jacqui Le Flahec THE face behind a busy park kiosk has been nominated for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award for being “a friend to everyone”. Michelle Logsdon, who runs Millennium Kiosk, has been described by her nominator Jacqui Le Flahec as “the most lovely person” who makes time for everyone and […]

Nominated by: Karen Hammond THE co-owner of Dunn-Ross Fisheries has been nominated for the Customer Service Employee of the Year award. Conor McMurray, who took over the long-established business this year alongside his wife, Kirsten, has been nominated for the award by a customer. Mr McMurray’s nominator, Karen Hammond, said hat she had received “continuous good service” […]

Nominated by: Paul Battrick A FUNERAL director at De Gruchy’s Funeral Care described by one of his nominators as “one of Jersey’s unsung heroes” has been nominated in the Customer Service of the Year category. Ken Browne has been nominated by Paul Battrick, a former funeral director, who said he had “always admired Ken’s exceptional […]

Nominated by: Romayni Featherstone THE founder of Her Code, an all-women social group that has made a “huge difference to women across Jersey”, has been nominated for Community Champion of the Year. Darcy Twohig-Jones has been praised by Romayni Featherstone for giving women of all ages a safe and welcoming space to meet new people, […]

Nominated by: Jo Harris THE company director at AF Plumbing & Heating has been nominated for Community Champion of the Year in recognition of his “incredible kindness, generosity and compassion” towards a family during a time of great difficulty. Aaron Flaherty has been nominated by Jo Harris for installing a new walk-in shower, making it […]

Nominated by: Peter Wright A YOUNG fundraiser has been nominated for the Child of the Year award for undertaking an intensive running challenge to raise money for breast cancer support. Emily Paton (15) set herself a target of running five consecutive ultra-marathons in just five days when she was just 14. She has been nominated […]

Nominated by: Millie East A RESILIENT young boy who “adjusts to every challenge that comes his way” has been nominated for the Child of the Year award. Nine-year-old Jack East was nominated by his sister, Millie, who described him as an “extraordinary child” who has cared for his dad for most of his life “all […]

Nominated by: Kat Keelan A 14-YEAR-OLD girl whose family were told she was quadriplegic as a baby has been nominated for Child of the Year in recognition of her determined attitude in the face of many challenges and hardships. Soleil Keelan has been nominated by her mother, Kat, for reaching a major milestone as she […]

Nominated by: Deborah Norman A YOUNG girl who “never fails to radiate kindness, compassion and selflessness” despite her own health challenges has been nominated for the Child of the Year award. Megan Norman (16) has been nominated by her mother, Deborah, who described her as a “powerful role model” to those around her, looking beyond […]

Nominated by: Kate Fry AN Islander who has “courageously” shared her own personal experiences of living with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome has been nominated for Ambassador of the Year. Jessica Pinel has “helped bring together what was once an isolated and often misunderstood community, through her openness, compassion and determination”, said her nominator, Kate Fry. […]

Nominated by: Emma-Louise Burns A GROUP of volunteers who use their own experiences and knowledge to champion inclusion and create employment opportunities for others has been nominated for the Ambassador of the Year award. Ms Burns said the ambassadors “champion inclusion” and “advocate for people with disabilities” using their knowledge, insight, skills and experiences to […]