Deadline for Australia Day nominations extended

13 January, 2016Posted in: Events
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Residents are being encouraged to nominate now for the Wingecarribee Shire’s 2016 Australia Day Awards, with the deadline being extended until close of business on Monday, 18 January.

The Australia Day Awards are one of the most prestigious honours which can be bestowed upon a hardworking member of our local community.

Wingecarribee Shire Mayor, Councillor Larry Whipper encouraged residents to nominate those they admire or whose contributions they find inspiring at all levels of the community.

“There are countless quiet achievers across our Shire who make a difference every day,” Councillor Whipper said.

2016 Australia Day Citizen of the Year Awards categories include:

  • Citizen of the Year, and
  • Young Citizen of the Year

The Young Citizen Award is open to people who are aged 25 years or younger.

“Even if you think someone is well known for their achievements, it’s best not to assume they’ve already been nominated, and I encourage all residents to submit a nomination of their own,” Councillor Whipper added.

“If you’ve been thinking about nominating someone but haven’t got around to filling out the form, you’ve still got time.”

All nominees must reside in the Wingecarribee Shire and nominations must be submitted by close of business on Monday, 18 January 2016.

For further information about the Australia Day Citizen Awards or how to nominate, please contact Council’s Australia Day Coordinator on 4868  0719 or visit Council’s website at www.wsc.nsw.gov.au.