Recognising Excellence in Our Community
The Whitsunday Regional Council Australia Day Awards celebrate the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals and organisations across our region. These awards provide a platform to publicly honour those who have made a remarkable impact or are exceptional achievers within our community.
If you know someone or a community group committed to making the Whitsunday region a better place, we invite you to nominate them for a 2025 Australia Day Award and help us celebrate their efforts.
Australia Day Award Categories
- Citizen of the Year Award
Honouring individuals who have made significant contributions to the Whitsunday Region or provided outstanding service to the local community.
Age Requirement: 27 years or older as of 26 January 2026.
- Young Citizen of the Year
Recognising young individuals who have contributed to the betterment of the community or Whitsunday Region.
Age Requirement: 16-26 years as of 26 January 2026.
- Community Event of the Year
A standout community event that created meaningful local impact.
- Spirit of the Whitsundays Award
Recognising generosity, pride and those who strengthen community connection.
- Corporate Community Contribution of the Year
Honouring business led initiatives or support that benefit our region.
- Community Champion Award - Mayoral Award
This award is selected by the Mayor to acknowledge individuals or groups from the community who have made exceptional voluntary contributions in areas such as arts, culture, sport or service.
- Volunteer of the Year Award
Celebrating volunteers who have significantly contributed to the Whitsunday region. This award is presented in honour of Wally Hinschen, a valued community member. No age requirement.
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