Local Citizen of the Year Awards

Local Citizen of the Year 2025

Each year on Australia Day Council recognises the outstanding work of the local community’s unsung heroes at the Local Citizen of the Year Awards. These awards honour individuals and organisations who generously donate their time and effort to help others and improve the Ku-ring-gai Community.

The Local Citizen of the Year Awards aim to recognise Ku-ring-gai residents who have demonstrated excellent citizenship and a contribution to the people of Ku-ring-gai or the wider community.

Nominations are now closed, winners will be announced on Australia Day.

Citizen of the Year (25 Years +).
Young Citizen of the Year (16-25 Years).
Environmental Citizen of the Year (Individual, Organisation, Schools or Group).
Mayor’s Award for an Outstanding Contribution by an Individual or Community Organisation.

View nomination guidelines(PDF, 3MB)

For any enquiries please contact the Events Team events@krg.nsw.gov.au