AUSTRALIA DAY - NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN

On Friday January 26 2023, the Coolamon Shire will be celebrating Australia Day in Matong. The Coolamon Shire Australia Day Awards are an integral part of these celebrations as they recognise the hard work and dedication of local people who typify the Aussie spirit.

Coolamon Shire Council invites all to nominate someone from your local community for the Australia Day Awards to be presented on Australia Day, at Ardlethan.  All nominated persons will receive a Certificate formally congratulating them for their achievements.

Awards will be given in recognition of outstanding contribution achieved in these areas.

Citizen of the Year Award: A person over 18 years of age, who has made a valuable contribution to the community, either during the previous 12 months or over many years of service.

  • Young Citizen of the Year: A person aged 18 years or less, who has made a valuable contribution to the community, either during the previous 12 months or over a number of years.

  • Shane Till Memorial Award for Sporting Achievement: A person who has achieved an outstanding performance (as a participant or administrator) in the field of sport, either during the previous 12 months or over a number of years.

  • Young Sportsperson of the Year Award: A young person aged 18 years or less who has achieved an outstanding performance (as a participant or administrator) in the field of sport, either during the previous 12 months or over a number of years.

  • Community Event / Community Group of the Year.

Nominations close on Tuesday, 5 December, 2023. Nominations received after this date, will not be eligible.

The person who is being nominated must be a current resident of the Coolamon Shire.

If you wish to nominate someone you feel deserves public recognition for their achievements and contributions to the community, please visit www.coolamon.nsw.gov.au to find out how. Australia Day nomination form is online and it’s live.

https://coolamon.nsw.gov.au/community-awards

Hardcopies are available at Coolamon Shire Library and Coolamon Shire Council.

 

Laura Munro