Australia Day Award nominations now open
Date published: 26 September 2016
Nominations are now open for the 2017 Australia Day Awards which celebrate the outstanding achievements of individuals or groups who inspire us through their accomplishments in service to the community, culture and sports in Townsville.
There are nine categories in the 2017 awards:
* Citizen of the Year
* Young Citizen of the Year
* Community Event of the Year
* Cultural Award
* Spirit of Townsville Award
* Sports Administrator Award
* Senior Sports Person of the Year
* Junior Sports Person of the Year
* Environmental Excellence and Sustainability
Townsville Mayor Jenny Hill encouraged residents to nominate others.
“Through the Australia Day Awards, council offers an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of those in our community that go above and beyond to assist a charity or sporting group, or someone who has excelled in their chosen field,” Cr Hill said.
“These are work colleagues, community organisations, community leaders or even friends and family that dedicate their time and make our community the great place that it is.
“These awards are an opportunity to thank them and highlight their efforts.”
Australia Day Award nominations close 5pm Friday, December 9.
All award nominees and their families will be invited to attend the Australia Day ceremony to be held at Jezzine Barracks on Thursday, January 26.
For more information and details on how to nominate, visit council’s website townsville.qld.gov.au
