Shamrock Pies was founded by an Irish confectioner by the name of Tom Ryan in 1973. Through his attention to detail he perfected the “Shamrock Pie” known and loved by many today. From a humble beginning in Vincent Park Centre, the business was relocated to Fort Jackson and was purchased by Italian businesswoman Grazia Linden and her husband Tony in June 2000.
A Sunnyridge resident’s dedication to animal welfare has earned her a soft spot in the hearts of many East Londoners who have welcomed her free services.
The four Inspiration Awards finalists share one goal, to better the lives of their communities. Finalists Louise Imprey of Spay a Stray, Brian Francis from Clean Slate, Trayle Oates of Love my Community and Robyn Mafanya from the Nyara Development had the opportunity to speak about their NPOs at the eighth annual Inspiration Awards.
Daily Dispatch Local Hero nominee Louise Imprey, 48, uses every spare moment to help neuter and re-home stray animals through her non-profit organisation Spay a Stray. Kristy Greensit, who nominated Imprey, said she worked “after hours and on weekends getting animals in the townships spayed and any other treatments if need be” and deserved to be recognised for her dedication to bettering the lives of struggling dogs and cats.