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Neville Pinnow To Appear On 2011/12 Bairnsdale Yellow Pages® And White Pages®Cover

Metung resident Neville Pinnow has been selected to appear on the cover of this year’s Bairnsdale Yellow Pages® and White Pages® book which will be distributed throughout Traralgon, Moe, Morwell, Sale,

By Sensis - 23rd May 2011 - Back to News

Each year, Sensis, the publisher of the Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^®, recognises the contribution of local residents in the community by featuring them on the cover of its books.

The theme for this year’s covers, Australians Creating a Better Future, recognises people throughout Australia who have made a positive contribution to their community through projects or initiatives that help to make a better future for Australia. These projects have contributed environmentally, economically and/or socially to the local community and will benefit the next generation of Australians.

Neville’s selection recognises his contribution to the community through his service with local organisation Friends of Metung.

As President of this not-for-profit group, Neville is at the forefront of planning discussions in the area, playing a crucial role in negotiations between residents and commercial developers to ensure that local development projects are of benefit to the region.

As part of his work with Friends of Metung, Neville organises regular tree planting activities, working bees, park clean ups and replanting initiatives which has resulted in generating greater animal biodiversity in the area, whilst also preserving the region’s natural heritage.

"I think it’s really important to make sure that a community preserves as much of its history and heritage as possible. This includes environmental, social and physical attributes - this is what we aim to do through Friends of Metung. To be recognised for this work is truly humbling and rewarding," said Neville.

In addition to his work with Friends of Metung, Neville is also on the Board of the Metung Development Group, which oversees the developments occurring around the Metung marina, to ensure the activities taking place will attract tourism to the region.

Rachel Peile, White Pages^® Marketing Manager, says, "We felt the Australians Creating a Better Future theme was particularly relevant in the current environment, and Sensis is committed to promoting more sustainable practices in the community."

"Australians are known for their passion and patriotism, and the initiatives and projects we have discovered is a great reflection of the dedication that local residents across Australia have for their community. Sensis is proud to recognise these people," said Ms Peile.

"We were impressed by the number of people from all walks of life who commit their time and knowledge to ensure a sustainable future for generations to come."

"We felt Neville was a great example of an Australian Creating a Better Future and we are delighted to feature him on the cover of the 2011/12 Bairnsdale directory," said Ms Peile.

Distribution of Bairnsdale Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^® is planned to start on 21 May 2011 and will take approximately six weeks for the books to be delivered to all homes and businesses.

The Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^® print and online directories have received Australian Government endorsed carbon neutral certification. This has been achieved through the Australian Carbon Trust under the National Carbon Offset Standard (NCOS). The carbon emissions created through the production and distribution of our directory products are offset using NCOS eligible offsets.

Sensis is committed to helping small to medium sized businesses, who make up 90 percent of enterprises in Australia, to grow their bottom line and reduce their impact on the environment through Small Business, Big Opportunity: Sustainable Growth. A book produced in partnership with leading environmentalist Jon Dee to help Australian businesses increase their efficiency and productivity. You can download or order your free copy of the book by visiting www.about.sensis.com.au/small-business.

Sensis encourages residents and businesses to recycle their old directories. In most areas, Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^® can be recycled as part of normal kerbside recycling services. Visit www.recyclingnearyou.com.au to find out about recycling services in your area.

Residents and businesses can choose not to receive a copy of the Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^® by calling Sensis on 1800 008 292 or visiting www.directoryselect.com.au.

Did you know? The last three local people to appear on the Bairnsdale Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^® cover were:

2010/11: The 2010/11 Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^® featured Devon North resident Thomas Haymes on the cover under the theme Courageous Australians. Thomas bravely battled the fires that were threatening to destroy the area on Black Saturday.

2009/10: Swifts Creek locals, Valerie McCann and Deirdre Jack, appeared on the 2009/10 Yellow Pages^® and White Pages^®cover under the theme Creative Australians: Inspiring our Communities. Valerie and Deirdre play pivotal arts roles in the region through their work with the Great Alpine Gallery.

2008/09: Johnsonville orchardist, Elaine Jenkins, graced the Celebrating Australian Flavour theme cover, acknowledged for her work in establishing the Twin Rivers Farm Food and Wine Trail which drives visitors to the region.

Media enquiries:

Roxanne Millar Alice Dohrmann

Account Manager Corporate Affairs Manager

The PR Edge Sensis

P: 03 8416 6721 P: 03 8653 8790

M: 0425 466 711 M: 0459 835 203

E: roxanne.millar@che.com.au E: Alice.Dohrmann@sensis.com.au

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