2025 Murrindindi Shire Community Awards Open

Awards.png

Council is delighted to invite nominations for the 2025 Murrindindi Shire Community Awards, celebrating the exceptional contributions of local volunteers who go above and beyond for their communities.

Residents are encouraged to nominate local individuals or community groups for one of the four Award categories:

  • Volunteer of the Year (aged 26 - 64 years)
  • Senior Volunteer of the Year (aged 65 years or older)
  • Young Volunteer of the Year (aged 12 - 25 years)
  • Community Group (or Community Initiative) of the Year

Nominations close on Sunday 16 March 2025, with nominees to be recognised during National Volunteer Week (19-25 May 2025). Winners will be chosen by a panel of community members, and announced at the Murrindindi Shire Community Awards Ceremony, a special event celebrating the invaluable efforts of volunteers and community groups whose contributions enrich our Shire.

The process to nominate is simple: share in your own words who inspires you, and how they make our Shire a better place. This is an opportunity to acknowledge the people who embody the heart and spirit of our community. Join us in recognising their dedication and encourage others to contribute to our vibrant community. Being nominated is a great honour, shining a spotlight on the volunteers who shape and strengthen our Shire.

Nominations can be submitted online using Council's online engagement platform The Loop.

Nominate who inspires you!

Nomination forms are available at our Library and Customer Service Centres in Alexandra, Kinglake, and Yea, as well as the Mobile Library. If assistance is needed, our team is ready to help.

Murrindindi Shire Council's Mayor Damien Gallagher highlighted the importance of volunteers, stating "The Murrindindi Shire Community Awards provide a chance to recognise the incredible contributions of our local volunteers. With volunteering participation in our Shire nearly double the Victorian average, it's clear how deeply community spirit runs here."

"Volunteers are the backbone of our community, supporting emergency services, local events, and countless initiatives that sustain and enrich our lives. We've all witnessed firsthand the incredible impact our volunteers have on our community. I encourage everyone to nominate someone who has made a positive difference in our Shire." Mayor Gallagher added.

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the remarkable individuals and groups who make Murrindindi Shire a vibrant and connected community.

/Public Release. This material from the originating organization/author(s) might be of the point-in-time nature, and edited for clarity, style and length. Mirage.News does not take institutional positions or sides, and all views, positions, and conclusions expressed herein are solely those of the author(s).View in full here.