QLD:Childers woman named Qld's mum of the year

AAP General News (Australia)
04-01-2011
QLD:Childers woman named Qld's mum of the year

BRISBANE, April 1 AAP - A grandmother who has fostered more than 100 children in the
past three decades has been named Queensland's Mother of the Year.

Jan Kime, of Childers, north of Brisbane, was announced as the state's finalist in
the Barnardos Australia's Mother of the Year Awards in Brisbane on Friday.

The 64-year-old says she's shocked, humbled and honoured by the award.

She started fostering 37 years ago and has two children of her own and four grandchildren.

Ms Kime has cared for more than 100 foster children and currently has five children in her care.

Her daughter Cynthia Cook, who nominated her, said her mum was a rock for many.

"My mum's door is always open," Ms Cook said.

"She is a positive and encouraging influence on everyone she meets and does all she
can to help others with great care and joy."

Ms Kime, along with the other state and territory finalists, is in the running to be
named Barnardos Australia's Mother of the Year 2011.

The winner will be announced at a gala dinner in Sydney on May 5.

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