Award for excellence

Woy Woy resident Krystal Keller has received an award for her role in art and culture as part of International Day of People with a Disability.

Ms Keller received her award at the Recognition of Excellence Awards at the Erina Centre, Erina Fair on November 30.

Krystal Keller is a well-known local singer and songwriter who has faced cancer and grown up blind.

Following the release of her debut album, New Mountain to Climb, her forthcoming New Mountain to Climb tour will see her performing in primary and high schools and hospitals throughout NSW.

Ms Keller addresses schools, hospitals, charity functions and media events about the challenges of pursuing her musical aspirations and her triumphs over adversity.

Ms Keller is a patron of Vision Australia, a representative of The Cancer Council, and an Australia Day Ambassador for 2005 and 2006.

Ms Keller has performed at many Central Coast festivals, including CoastFest, and will take part in this year's Christmas Eve Carols in Melbourne.

The awards were the focal point of Gosford Council's celebration of International Day of People with a Disability on December 3.

Awards were presented to outstanding achievers with a disability in the fields of sport, art and culture, and for a young person 18 years or under.

Press release, December 1 Marion Newall, Gosford Council