Mrs Jaenke was recognised for her contributions to the Somerset community that span more than six decades. Somerset Mayor Graeme Lehmann and Australia Day Ambassador Robert(Bob Atkinson) congratulate Somerset Citizen of the Year Patti Jaenke. Photo: Somerset Regional Council.
The official Somerset Australia Day Awards Ceremony was held at the Somerset Civic Centre in Esk, and included an address by Australia Day Ambassador, Robert Atkinson AO APM.
Mr Atkinson worked with the Queensland Police Service for more than four decades including more than a decade as the Queensland Police Commissioner.
Somerset Mayor Graeme Lehmann said Patti always had a welcoming smile on her face and was only too happy to help anyone in need.