Australian-born and Sicilian decendant, Dom Dimattina has dedicated his life to wholesale fruit and veggie markets in Melbourne following his father footsteps. The Queen's Birthday Honour received is dedicated to him, Dimattina told SBS Italian.
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Mr Dom Bartholomew DIMATTINA
Medal (OAM) in the General Division for service to the community of Melbourne through a range of roles.
Lions Club of Melbourne Markets
- President, since 2009.
- Co-Founder and Inaugural President, 1972.
- Supporters, Moira Kelly Creating Hope Foundation.
- Supporters, DEBRA Australia, through an annual Charity Golf Day, since 2015.
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- Supporter, current.
- Volunteer, current.
The Market Trust (now Melbourne Market Authority)
- Wholesale Representative, 1978-1980.
Victorian Fruit and Vegetables Wholesalers Association (now Fresh State)
- Inaugural President, 1975-1977.
- Assisted with foundation, 1975.
- Life Member.
Awards and recognition includes:
Recipient, President's Service Medal, Lions Club International, 2019.
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