Ripon MP Louise Staley presented Ms Doak with a Ripon Volunteer Award on Monday.

Ms Doak received the award for her work with the Ararat Legacy Club for more than 15 years.

Ms Staley said the Ripon Volunteer Award is about recognising and congratulating those in the Ripon community who give of their time, often quietly and selflessly, to make the community a better place.

"Ms Doak is a most deserving recipient of this award. Since moving to Ararat and being involved with the local Legacy Club, Ms Doak has made an enormous contribution," she said.

"Over her many years of service, she has served as Treasurer, coordinated regional Legacy events, Ladies Luncheons, Veterans Week events and recently took on the role of Bulletin Editor - editing the monthly Australia-wide legacy publication.

"When she was younger Ms Doak and her family were supported by Legacy, it is wonderful that she has such a passion and energy for giving back to an organisation that had done so much for her and her family."

This week also marks the 30th Anniversary of National Volunteer Week, which is an opportunity to celebrate and say thank you to the 6 million Australians who volunteer their time.

"Volunteering is the life blood of many Australian communities, especially regional communities," Ms Staley said.

"Across Ripon, across many sectors every week there are hundreds of people who volunteer their time.

"To all the volunteers, I say a heartfelt thank you, thank you for all that you do to make your communities a better place."

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