Australia Day nominations now open
Did you know you can nominate community members, events and groups for the 2025 Lockyer Valley Australia Day Awards NOW?
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Awards and will remain so until late November.
Lockyer Valley Mayor, Cr Tanya Milligan said the Awards provided an opportunity for residents of the Lockyer Valley to recognise and celebrate those who have made a positive impact on their community.
“With nominations now open for the 2025 Australia Day Awards, we’re encouraging locals to nominate a deserving individual, group or community event.
“Our Australia Day Awards are a wonderful way to acknowledge the unsung heroes who work tirelessly behind the scenes to make the Lockyer Valley the vibrant and inclusive community it is today.
“We all know someone who inspires us; these awards can provide recognition for individuals, community groups or community organisations that go above and beyond in our local community.
“Part of what makes our community so great are the many incredible people making outstanding contributions,” Mayor Milligan said.
- Award categories include:
- Citizen of the Year
- Young Citizen of the Year
- Junior Sportsperson of the Year
- Senior Sportsperson of the Year
- Community Organisation of the Year
- Event of the Year
Nomination forms are available from Council offices in Gatton and Laidley, the Lockyer Valley Libraries, the Lake Apex Visitor Information Centre or online at https://lockyervalley.smartygrants.com.au/AustraliaDayAwards2025.
For more information, please visit www.lockyervalley.qld.gov.au or contact Council on 1300 005 872.