Nominate and celebrate our community champions

Nominations for the 2024 Alpine Shire Community Awards are now open, inviting community members to nominate individuals worthy of recognition. 

These annual awards serve as a tribute to outstanding individuals, young achievers, noteworthy events, and community groups that have demonstrated excellence, resilience, and a commitment to giving back throughout the past year. 

Alpine Shire Mayor, John Forsyth, emphasised the significance of these awards in acknowledging the diverse talents and generous spirits within the community.  

"The Alpine Shire Community Awards showcase an incredible array of talent, determination, and generosity," he said. 

"Whether overcoming challenges, dedicating time to support others, demonstrating remarkable leadership in adversity, or serving as the backbone of the community, these awards celebrate the unsung heroes among us." 

Mayor Forsyth encourages everyone to take part in recognising those who deserve to be celebrated.  

"If you know someone in our community making a positive impact, nominate them for an award and let their story inspire us all," he said. 

Categories for the awards include: 

For more information and to submit your nomination, visit  

Winners will be announced at community celebrations held around the shire on Friday, 26 January. 

 For more information, nomination guidelines and to submit your nomination, visit: https://engage.alpineshire.vic.gov.au/alpine-shire-community-awards   

If you prefer hardcopy nomination forms, they are available at Council’s Bright Office and libraries in Myrtleford and Mount Beauty. 

Act now, as nominations close at 11.59pm on Sunday, 17 December 2023.