Put forward the Shire’s best

IT’S time again to nominate deserving residents of the Golden Plains Shire for the municipality’s Community Awards.

Up for grabs this year are the citizen, senior citizen, and young citizen of the year titles, recognising individuals making a positive contribution to their area.

A community impact award will also be open to an event, project, group or team making a difference.

Work in community service, arts and culture, environment, business, economic development and sport will all be recognised in the initiative, which mayor Cr Helena Kirby said was a particularly important one for the region.

“Every year the Golden Plains Shire Community Awards are a highlight on the council calendar as we take the opportunity to celebrate the valuable contributions so many local people make,” she said.

“With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 has been another challenging year for us all but the spirit of the Golden Plains Shire community has again shone through.

“We’ve seen so many incredible acts of service from individuals and groups across the Shire and council is pleased to have an opportunity to recognise these exceptional community members.”

Nominations are open until 5pm on Thursday, 18 November and can be made online or via mail.

“Council encourages all residents to reflect on those who have contributed so much to Golden Plains Shire in 2021 and submit a nomination to honour and thank them for their positive impact on our community,” Cr Kirby said.

Nomination forms are available at the Shire’s customer service centres in Bannockburn and Smythesdale or online at bit.ly/3BFtUA5.

More information can also be found by contacting [email protected] or calling 5220 7111.