BYRON SHIRE Council as called for Australia Day nominations of people who should be recognized for their incredible efforts in the Byron Shire.
Byron Shire Mayor Simon Richardson said this was a fantastic opportunity to consider and celebrate local people who are inspiring our community.
“We are lucky to have such diverse talents, passions and backgrounds amongst our residents.
“Not only that, we are a community where people care about each other; many residents are out there supporting and giving a helping hand to causes that are bigger than themselves.
“In the face of news and global events, we can sometimes forget about all the individuals and groups that are creating positive change in this beautiful place we call home.
“The Australia Day Awards are a way to showcase these efforts and say ‘thank you’ to the people who inspire us.”
According to the 2011 Australian Bureau of Statistic Census, 26% of the Byron Shire is involved in volunteering. This compares to 20% for NSW and 17.8% nationally.
Australia Day will be celebrated on Thursday 26 January 2017 and Byron Shire Council, along with community groups, is again proudly sponsoring the Shire-wide celebrations.
Nominations for the following Awards are invited:
- Citizen of the Year (no age limit)
- Young Citizen of the Year (person aged up to 25 years as at 26/1/17)
- Sports Person of the Year
- Community Event of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Environmental Volunteer Project of the Year
Persons may be nominated by individuals, community groups or organisations. Nominations close 4.00 pm on Friday 16 December 2016. For further information, contact Deb Stafford on 02 6626 7088 or deborah.stafford@byron.nsw.gov.au.
You download a nomination form at http://www.byron.nsw.gov.au/australia-day.