Australia Day Award Nominations
Nominations for the 2021 Australia Day awards are now open.
Please use the webform at the bottom of this page to make a nomination or click here to download the nomination form(PDF, 208KB) . Please note: if you wish to nominate an exceptional individual in more than one award category you must fill in a separate form for each award.
Applications close 5pm on Friday 8th January 2021 Nominations received after this date may not be eligible for an award.
- Snowy Valleys Citizen of the Year Recognises individuals aged 30 and over who have made an outstanding contribution to the Snowy Valleys community over many years.
- Snowy Valleys Young Citizen of the Year Recognises individuals aged 16-30 who have made an inspirational contribution to the Snowy Valleys community.
- Snowy Valleys Service to the Community Recognises individuals or organisations who have made a noteworthy contribution to the Snowy Valleys community.
- Snowy Valleys Sports Person of the Year Recognises individuals who have achieved sporting success representing their club or association at regional, state level or above.
- Snowy Valleys Sports Team of the Year Recognises sporting groups who have achieved sporting success at a representative level for their club or association at regional, state level or above.
- Snowy Valleys Environmental Champion of the Year Recognises individuals or organisations championing litter reduction and/or environmental initiatives in the Snowy Valleys community.
Eligibility Criteria
- Individuals must be Australian citizens who live within the Snowy Valleys region.
- Community groups or organisations must be based locally and primarily support the Snowy Valleys community.
- Groups and individuals are not eligible for nomination if they:
- have previously received the major award in the category nominated, unless a higher level of achievement has occurred
- are a sitting state or federal politician, current vice-regal officer or was an Elected Member of Council before the merger
- a member of the Snowy Valleys Council Australia Day Committee
Selection Criteria
The selection panel will assess your nominee in relation to
- Demonstrated excellence in their field
- Contribution to their community
- Being an inspirational role model
- Higher achievements if previously a major award winner
For more information contact Council’s Events Officer on 1300 ASK SVC or email [email protected].
2021 SVC Australia Day Awards Nomination Form