Australia Day Awards 2021 - Nominations Now Open

Published on 02 December 2020

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Snowy Valleys Council has opened nominations for the 2021 Australia Day Awards, which recognise and honour people who make an outstanding contribution to their local communities.

Mayor James Hayes said the awards are an integral part of the Australia Day celebrations, and is encouraging people to nominate the unsung heroes in our community.

“Each year it’s a privilege to celebrate the individuals and groups within our community who go above and beyond to achieve their best and inspire and serve others,” Cr Hayes said.

“This past year has presented many challenges, so it is more important than ever to recognise, celebrate, and honour the local heroes who have gone above and beyond to support our region and  community,” he said.

Nominations are now open for the Snowy Valleys Australia Day Awards in the following categories:

  • 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.

“If you know a friend, family member, co-worker or group dedicated to making the Snowy Valleys a better place, help us to recognise their efforts and contribution by nominating them for a 2021 Snowy Valleys Australia Day Award,” said Cr Hayes.

To nominate a member of your local community for a Snowy Valleys Australia Day award visit www.svc.nsw.gov.au/aust-day-awards.

Nominations close at 5pm on Friday 8 January 2021.

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