Public Service Medal (PSM)

Mr Christopher David REIDY, Newport VIC 3016
For outstanding public service to community celebrations in Victoria.

Mr Chris Reidy has shown excellence in service, innovation and leadership as Festival Manager of the Victorian Seniors Festival.

Since 2008, he has increased the Festivals recognition, and grown what was once a city-based week of events to a month-long umbrella festival that includes events in all 79 Victorian local government associations.

He has dedicated himself to providing diverse, inclusive and engaging events that showcase older performers, producers and creatives to millions of seniors across the state.

Mr Reidy's dedication to Victorian seniors saw him pivot the Festival in 2020 to a reimagined online six-month long extravaganza. For the first time the Festival was able to reach into aged care facilities, at a time when residents were most isolated due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In addition to this, Chris has also been selected for The Queen's Birthday 2021 COVID-19 honour roll. The COVID-19 honour roll recognises honours recipients identified through their nominations as having performed outstanding service or contributions in support of Australia's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.