Jade Holtham and Alison Beard were recently among those honoured by Newport City Council for going the extra mile in their work among the homeless.

Jade, co-ordinator of Newport Night Shelter, launched Caring at Christmas last December while Alison, from Bethel Community Church, was recognised for her work in developing the Olive Branch Day Centre.

Here is what the Newport City Council article says

Residents and council workers who have made a difference to the lives of others and the city were officially recognised at a special presentation held on Thursday night. Citizens were nominated for their accomplishments, dedication and bravery while council employees were put forward for going beyond the call of duty in their work.

Awards were given to nearly 60 individuals and organisations. Councillor Matthew Evans, leader of the council, said: "The Extra Mile Awards formally recognise the many individuals and groups of people who have clearly gone the extra mile in their everyday lives.

"Some of the recipients may well say that they were just doing what they had to do, with no thought to the benefits for others, but we think they deserve it.

"The very varied activities that individuals and groups have undertaken demonstrates what caring people we have living in the city.

"Their efforts are what make Newport the place it is."

Extra Mile Award Winners 2010/11

Terry Underwood, Vivienne Probert, Henry West, Jim McKenzie and the Ryder Cup green keepers, Adrian Sully, Michael Patterson, Arthur Cox, Joanne Parcell, Luke Jenkins, Ryan O'Shea, Chris Chapman, Richard Carter, Joan Francis, John Wheat, Stephanie Thornton, Alfie Jones, Victoria Holloway, Ian Burnett, Kath Hodkinson, Isabel Young, Evie Hond, Tom Porter, Jade Holtham, Alison Beard, Marcia Doyle, Ashley Pyke, Ffion Lloyd, Andrew Morris, Bert Bale, John Wilkinson, James Foulkes-Nock, Thakor Patel, Charles Cowper, Bradleigh Reeks, Rebecca Dawkins, Rose Portal, Christine Thomas, Lucy Kelly, Jean Watkins, Trevor Watkins, Jean Murphy, Susan Baker, Juli James, Roger Sullivan, Mari Jones, Margaret Went, Kevin Prothero, Maureen Medlicott, Peter Richards, Michael Williams.

Prize for excellence: Benjamin Hourahine (Bassaleg School), Rosie Huxley (Caerleon Comprehensive), Robiu Salisu (Duffryn High School), Callum Tufft (Hartridge High School), James Bufton (Lliswerry High School), Sarah Crowley (Newport High School), Angelo Italiano (St Joseph's RC High School), Josh Bolton (St Julian's School).