Peter Owens OAM: a legacy of dedication

Colleen Owens with Governor of Victoria Margaret Gardner AC as she accepts the Order of Australia Medal on behalf of her late husband, Peter Owens.

Just days before he passed away on June 24 last year, Yarrawonga resident Peter Owens learnt he had been successfully nominated for an Order of Australia Medal (OAM), for service to the community through emergency response organisations.

Before he passed away, Peter Owens was able to smile at learning he was to receive the Order of Australia Medal.

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