Thank you for voting for your 2026 Westfield Doncaster Local Hero.

We are excited to announce the successful hero on 20 October.

In 2026, the successful hero for each of our 42 Westfield destinations is awarded a $20,000 grant for the organisation or group they represent, and each finalist receives a $5,000 grant for their organisation or group.

2027 nominations open 20 October.

Meet our Westfield Local Hero finalists

Amelia Drummond

Lifeline Narrm

Compassionate. Caring. Committed.

Since 2023, Amelia Drummond has been answering calls to Lifeline Narrm’s crisis number, providing calm support to people in distress. She is also a mentor for new volunteers, helping them to build confidence in their roles. Understanding the vital role connection plays in mental health and wellbeing, Amelia is committed to ensuring support is accessible to everyone.

If Amelia is successful, the grant will fund an additional 50 crisis supporters, equating to 4,600 hours of crisis support to those in need. 

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Jaimee Krawitz

Hide N Seek Foundation

Empathetic. Visionary. Impactful.

Jaimee Krawitz established Hide N Seek Foundation after her own experience of an eating disorder, when she felt isolated and misunderstood. Through her work, she leads workshops, school partnerships and community programs to equip parents, teachers and caregivers with the language and understanding to support young people before challenges become crises.

If Jaimee is successful the grant will fund 10 in-person workshops for parents, teachers and youth workers, as well as digital resources to provide online support.

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Lynne Murray

Diamond Valley Community Support

Selfless. Dedicated. Kind.

For families experiencing financial hardship, navigating support services can feel overwhelming. Lynne Murray makes this easier as Emergency Relief Coordinator at Diamond Valley Community Support. She coordinates thousands of relief visits each year, leads the advocacy program, mentors young people, and helps people in need to access accommodation, transport and essential services.

If Lynne is successful the grant will fund food vouchers, petrol vouchers, food parcels, public transport passes, and personal care items for people experiencing hardship.

If you need support, please phone Lifeline: 13 11 14

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Recognising all our 2026 nominees

View all of the Westfield Doncaster nominees and their organisations.