NOMINATIONS for the 2025 Southern Grampians Shire Community Awards, presented on Australia Day, are now open until November 29.

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 (SGSC) chief executive, Tony Doyle, has encouraged 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,” he 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 October 30,  2023, and October 30, 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 January 26, 2025 at the Hamilton Botanic Gardens.

Nominations close on Friday, November 29 at 5pm.

Forms can be accessed online at the SGSC website or collected from Council’s Customer Service Centre at 111 Brown Street, Hamilton.

For further information, contact Council at ausday@sthgrampians.vic.gov.au