Federation Council's Australia Day Award Nominations Open

Do you know someone who has given outstanding service to your community?

Would you like to shine a spotlight a local hero in your town?

Are you a member of an amazing community group which deserves recognition?

If so, consider submitting a nomination for the 2024 Federation Council’s Australia Day Awards, which are now open.

The Australia Day Awards program is a way to recognise people who make exceptional contributions to our local communities. The awards provide the community with an opportunity to celebrate an individual’s achievement or contribution to the Federation Council region.

The Australia Day Awards honour citizens and community groups of the Federation Council who have made a noteworthy contribution during the current year and/or given outstanding service to the local community over a number of years. 

Citizen of the Year Award

The Citizen of the Year Award applauds an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the wellbeing of the Federation Council community through their leadership and/or voluntary service. Contributions can be in the areas of social, environmental, business and/or arts and culture.

Young Citizen of the Year Award

The Young Citizen of the Year Award recognises a young person aged under 30 years who has given outstanding service to the community.

The Local Achiever Awards

The Local Achiever of the Year Award celebrates local heroes in each town and village who go above and beyond to make their own community a great place to live.

Community Group of the Year

The Community Project of the Year Award acknowledges a community group or organisation that in the last year has been inspirational in bringing the community together. They may have hosted an event, delivered successful programs or have found ways to connect with the community.

Detailed guidance to help complete a nomination form is from the Council website. Before beginning you will need to gather some key information:

The contact details of the person or group you are nominating. We encourage you to seek their permission before nominating. A short case of why/who you are nominating; including Examples of how they have demonstrated outstanding qualities What they have done to make things better for others The role(s) or area(s) in which they have excelled The period of time, or dates of service (if known) Evidence of other awards or recognition received by the nominee A referee (including contact details)

Award recipients will be announced at the official Australia Day Award Ceremony on Friday 26 January 2024 in Morundah.

Nominations forms are available via the online portal on the Council’s website. For more information contact the Community Development Team at Council on 02 6033 8999. Nomination for the 2024 Australia Day Awards close 5pm on Monday 20 November 2023.