Time running out to nominate for Australia Day Award
Published Tuesday, 11th November 2014
The deadline to nominate hard working and dedicated members of the City of Wanneroo community for an Australia Day Award is approaching.
City of Wanneroo Mayor Tracey Roberts said the prestigious award recognised individuals and groups making outstanding contributions in the Wanneroo community.
"The long standing award thanks the people and community groups that make our City such a terrific place to live," Mayor Roberts said.
"If you know anyone that makes a contribution to life in Wanneroo, then I encourage you to nominate them for the Australia Day Award prior to 28 November.
"Nominating is an easy process, all you need to do is complete a nomination form and tell us how the nominee has made a positive contribution to our Wanneroo community."
There are three award categories:
- City of Wanneroo Charles Searson Australia Day Youth Award presented to an individual under 25 years of age who has made an outstanding contribution to the local community.
- City of Wanneroo Australia Day Award presented to an individual over 25 years of age who has made an outstanding contribution to the local community.
- City of Wanneroo Australia Day Community Group or Event Award presented to an outstanding local community group or event.
Nominations close 28 November 2014. Award recipients will be announced at the City’s special Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony.
Recipients must be residents of the City of Wanneroo, or have coordinated a community event within the City of Wanneroo, or be members of a community group whose principal activities are conducted within the City of Wanneroo.
To download the Australia Day Award information sheet and nomination form click below.
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