Governor-General visits Orange, NSW

The Governor-General and Mr Michael Bryce arrived in Orange, NSW, to mark National Volunteer Week with the local community.

Visiting the Orange and District Early Education Program, Ms Bryce met staff and volunteers who assist children with disabilities and learning difficulties before presenting four volunteers with certificates to recognise 10 years of service to the organisation.

Later, the Governor-General was welcomed to the Migrant Support Service and met volunteer mentors, refugees and migrant families who are assisted by the community organisation.

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