Nomination forms are now available for various award categories for the 2026 Australia Day celebrations in the Hilltops region. Members of the public are invited to nominate individuals and groups across Hilltops who have exhibited outstanding community service over the past twelve months.
Hilltops Mayor Brian Ingram said the awards were an important way to acknowledge and thank special people in the community. Mayor Ingram urged members of the public to participate in the nomination process.
“The Australia Day Awards celebrate the remarkable contribution of our local community members to the Hilltops region. These awards offer a chance to formally recognise residents who have demonstrated exceptional service and contribution to the progress and growth of our area.” Mayor Brian Ingram.
Boorowa
Nominations for the following Australia Day Awards in Boorowa are now open:
• Lions/Apex Citizen of the Year
• Rotary Young achiever of the year
• Community awards
• The Len and Joan Memorial Award
• Sports Awards
• Rural fire Service Awards
• Landcare Awards
Nominations for awards organised by specific community groups/ organisations can be made by contacting the Australia Day Committee directly via Sharon Meere. Further details and contact information is available on Council’s website.
Nominations for Boorowa Australia Day Awards close on Friday 5 December 2025.
Harden
Nominations for the following Australia Day Awards in Harden are now open:
• Junior Citizen of the Year (Aged Under 18)
• Citizen of the Year (Aged 18 and over)
• Community Group of the year
• Town Care Award
The Harden area includes Harden-Murrumburrah and the villages of Galong and Jugiong. Nominations are to be in writing with a short resume about the person being nominated. Nomination forms are available from Antonia Brown at Harden Regional Development Corporation (HRDC) or on Council’s website.
Nominations for Harden Australia Day Awards close on Friday 9 January 2026.
Young
Nominations for the following Australia Day Awards in Young are now open:
• Junior Citizen of the Year
• Citizen of the Year
• Business of the Year
• Sports Person of the Year
The Young area includes Young and the villages of Koorawatha, Bribbaree, Monteagle, Milvale, Murringo, Bendick Murrell and Maimuru.
Nominations for Young awards close on Friday 9 January 2026.
Contact details for event organisers and nomination forms can be found on Councils website at www.hilltops.nsw.gov.au/community/australia-day/
Award winners will be announced on Australia Day, Monday 26 January 2026.
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