Recognition for citizens who make our community a better place

Published on 11 October 2024

Nominations for the Mansfield Shire Citizen Awards are now open and will be accepted until Monday 18 November 2024 in the following categories:

• Citizen of the Year - presented in recognition of a noteworthy honorary contribution in community service or for personal achievement, including sport

• Senior Citizen of the Year - for people over the age of 65 years who have made a significant contribution to their community or for personal achievement

• Young Citizen of the Year – for people up to the age of 28 to recognise outstanding achievement and contribution to the community or for personal achievement

• Community Group or Organisation – for demonstrated excellence and innovation in a group or organisation that has provided a significant impact on the Shire’s community

• Community Event of the Year - presented to an individual, organisation or group in recognition of an event’s local contribution.

Each year the nomination process highlights the admirable work done by so many local citizens.  The Awards acknowledge the unsung heroes of our community who through their contributions make our Shire a better place. These individuals and organisations offer outstanding service each day and enable our communities to be stronger as a result of their tireless efforts.

When reflecting on what the nomination for Senior Citizen of the Year meant to her, Karen Pirie said she had been surprised to be nominated and even more surprised to receive the Award.

‘The fact that someone had noticed the sorts of things I’d been doing made me feel like doing even more!

“I would say to anyone, if you have a friend or colleague that’s doing good stuff in the community, tell the community and support them by nominating them. It’s such a fantastic act of kindness that will be remembered and treasured.” 

Awards for all categories will be acknowledged as part of the community Australia Day celebrations on Sunday 26 January 2025 at the Botanic Park.

Nomination forms can be submitted online, may be downloaded via from Council’s website or can be collected from the Mansfield Library and Council’s municipal office, 33 Highett Street, Mansfield.  For further information please call Lisa Fricke, EA Mayor & CEO on 5775 8555.

Please read the eligibility criteria prior to submitting a nomination. 

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