Local Legends Award given to Seva Dharma Mission by Honourable MP, Jim Charmers, Treasurer of Australia
At today’s Local Legends Award ceremony held at the Calamvale Hotel Suites and Conference Centre, 678 Compton Rd, Calamvale QLD 4116, Brisbane, more than 50 remarkable members of the community were recognised for their outstanding service across a range of community development activities.
Honourable Jim Chalmers MP, Australia’s Minister for Finance, personally presented the awards to recipients, acknowledging their impactful work in areas such as weekly free food distribution, monthly community dinners, JP community work, and various other community development initiatives. The awards were determined based on recommendations submitted by local community members.
Among the distinguished honourees, Seva Dharma Mission was recognised for its exceptional contributions. The Local Legends awards were presented to Acarya 
Krsnapremananda Avadhuta (Dayashankar Tiwari) and Acarya Devadattananda Avadhuta (Dilip Chaudhury), following heartfelt community endorsements of their service and commitment.
“We are deeply honoured to receive the Local Legends Award and sincerely appreciate this recognition of our contributions to the community. It is truly heartening to know that the spirit of selfless service is valued and celebrated,” said representatives of Seva Dharma Mission.
In a memorable moment, awardees also had the opportunity to meet with the Honourable MP Australia’s Treasurer, further highlighting the significance of their service and the value placed on community-driven action.
