Mayor David Wright and Anne Thompson, 2020 Citizen of the Year, announced the winner.
The ceremony’s MC was netballer and broadcaster Liz Ellis.
The Ballina Shire resident offered a relaxed, funny and engaging style to the occasion, accompanied by special guest, Channel 9 sports reporter James Bracey.
Barbara Swain was awarded the accolade for her 25-year work with the Ballina Mental Health Support Group, a charity she founded.
Mrs Swain started up the group after her son Barry lost his battle with depression.
The Sporting Achievement Award went to Clare Southwell.
Having sailed competitively in her youth, Ms Southwell had a 20-year break from sailing.
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