Mayor Rob Amos said the awards were a chance for residents to recognise and celebrate the contributions and outstanding service of individuals within their communities.
“We have many unsung heroes that go about their day, selflessly improving the lives of others by volunteering in sport, youth or seniors programs, the arts, disability and community services to name a few,” Cr Amos said.
“It’s a great chance for the community to shine a spotlight on the fantastic efforts of these exceptional individuals.”
Nominees must live within Campaspe Shire and can be entered into one of three categories: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, and Community Group of the Year.
Winners of the district awards will then be judged to decide the overall Campaspe shire award winners.
The towns within each district are:
Echuca and District — Bamawm Extension, Echuca (south, east and west), Gunbower, Kotta, Patho, Torrumbarry.
Kyabram and District — Kyabram, Lancaster, Wyuna.
Rochester and District — Ballendella, Bamawm, Diggora West, Lockington, Nanneella, Rochester, Strathallan, Tennyson.
Tongala and District — Koyuga, Kyvalley, Tongala.
Waranga Ward — Corop, Colbinabbin, Girgarre, Rushworth, Stanhope, Toolleen.
Award recipients are announced on Australia Day at community-run events across the shire.
Online nominations are encouraged but hard copies are available from council’s website or customer service centres.
For selection criteria and to submit a nomination, go to council’s website and click the ‘Now Open’ tab.
Entries close on Friday, December 1.
If you require assistance with your nomination, please contact community executive assistant Bobbi Aitken on 1300 666 535.
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