Griffith City Council is calling for nominations to recognise outstanding community members in the 2026 Australia Day Awards, with submissions closing at 4pm on Friday, November 28 2025.

The awards provide an opportunity for residents to acknowledge individuals and groups who make a significant difference in the Griffith Local Government Area.

Nominations are open across six categories designed to celebrate various forms of community contribution.

The Citizen of the Year award recognises an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the community.

The Young Citizen of the Year category honours young people who have demonstrated leadership and community spirit, while the Junior Citizen of the Year acknowledges younger members of the community who have made a positive impact.

Environmental stewardship is celebrated through two categories; Environmental Citizen of the Year and Young Environmental Citizen of the Year.

These awards recognise individuals who have contributed to environmental sustainability and conservation efforts in the local area.

The Community Project of the Year category honours collaborative initiatives that have delivered meaningful benefits to the community.

Winners across all categories will be announced at Griffith's Australia Day celebrations on 26 January 2026 at the Griffith Regional Theatre.

The event provides an opportunity for the community to come together and celebrate both the national occasion and the achievements of local residents.

Nominations can be submitted online through the Griffith City Council website at griffith.nsw.gov.au/Residents/Community/Community-Development/Australia-Day-in-Griffith.

Community members are encouraged to consider individuals and projects that have made a lasting positive impact on the Griffith area.