Nominations Open for 2026 Burdekin Shire Council Australia Day Awards
Published on 11 September 2025
Burdekin Shire Council is calling on the community to recognise the outstanding people and groups who make a difference in our region, with nominations now open for the 2026 Australia Day Awards.
The awards celebrate individuals and organisations who have shown exceptional achievement, selfless commitment, and valuable contributions to the community throughout 2025.
Mayor Pierina Dalle Cort said the awards are an important way of acknowledging the people whose efforts often go unnoticed.
“The Burdekin is fortunate to have so many individuals and groups who go above and beyond for our community,” Mayor Dalle Cort said.
“The Australia Day Awards are our chance to recognise and thank them for their contributions. I strongly encourage residents to nominate someone who inspires them.”
Nominations close Monday 8 December 2025.
Award categories include Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Lifetime Service, Volunteer of the Year, Community Event of the Year, as well as awards recognising sporting, cultural, and environmental achievements.
Award recipients will be announced at the Burdekin Shire Council Australia Day Celebrations on Monday 26 January 2026 at the Burdekin Memorial Hall.
How to Nominate:
Nomination forms are available on Council’s website and must be submitted by Monday, 8 December 2025. Completed forms can be returned:
- By email: commdev@burdekin.qld.gov.au
- By post: PO Box 974, Ayr QLD 4807
- In person: Customer Service Centre, 145 Young Street, Ayr
Supporting documentation such as personal references, photographs, or articles may be included to strengthen nominations. Please provide copies only, as materials will not be returned.
For further information, contact Council’s Community Development team on (07) 4783 9800 or email commdev@burdekin.qld.gov.au.