Rose is woman of the year

Ms Rose Kinney is the Peats Electorate International Women's Day "Woman of the Year".

For many years now, Pt Clare resident Ms Kinney has cooked hot nutritious meals for residents at St Jude's Hostel, Woy Woy and senior citizens at the Senior Citizens Centre, Ettalong Beach, according to Member for Peats Ms Marie Andrews.

Her year round work includes providing hot meals on Christmas day.

Ms Kinney is also a volunteer at Mary Mac's Place, Woy Woy, where freshly cooked lunches are provided for those in need.

Ms Andrews said Rose Kinney was a quiet, unassuming volunteer within the community who went about unselfishly helping others but never expecting any recognition for doing so.

"Rose is a most worthy recipient of this award." Ms Andrews said.

The NSW Office for Women marked United Nations' International Women's Day by recognising the achievements and leadership of women across the state both in business and their local community

The United Nations' International Women's Day is held on the March 8 every year. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference of Women in Beijing, the largest conference held in the history of the United Nations and an important milestone for women around the world.

The Peats Electorate Woman of the Year was presented with an engraved silver goblet by Ms Andrews.

Press release, March 7 Ms Marie Andrews, Member for Peats