Published on 01 November 2024
Nominations for the 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Community Awards, presented on Australia Day, are now open.
Year after year, these prestigious awards honour the very best in our community and shine a well-deserved spotlight on their achievements. These awards are open to individuals and groups who best exemplify core values within our community.
Southern Grampians Shire Council CEO, Tony Doyle, is encouraging everyone to reflect on the people in their lives who deserve to be recognised.
“We are incredibly fortunate to have such inspiring, compassionate, and selfless people in our region," Mr Doyle said. "Whether it's a neighbour, a colleague, a family member, or a volunteer, we all know someone who makes a positive impact in our community. These awards offer a unique opportunity to honour them and create lasting memories of appreciation.”
The Southern Grampians Shire 2025 Community Awards will include four categories:
Young Citizen of the Year – For residents under 25 who have made a significant contribution to the community, either this year or over several years.
Citizen of the Year – For residents aged 25 and above who have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to the community in 2024 or over a period of years.
Community Event of the Year – Recognising an outstanding event held between 30 October 2023, and 30 October 2024, whether it was a single-day, multi-day, or virtual event.
Community Recognition Award – For individuals or groups who have made a significant contribution to the local community over the past year or beyond.
Award recipients will be celebrated at the official Australia Day ceremony on 26 January 2025, at the beautiful Hamilton Botanic Gardens.
Nominations close on Friday, 29 November 2024 at 5:00 pm. Forms can be accessed online at the Southern Grampians Shire Council website or collected from Council’s Customer Service Centre at 111 Brown Street, Hamilton. For further information, contact us at ausday@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au or phone 5573 0444.
Don’t miss this chance to shine a light on the incredible people who make the Southern Grampians community so special. Submit your nomination today!
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