Nominations are open for Macedon Ranges council’s annual community awards, which aim to celebrate locals who make a difference in the region.
This year, the council’s community and youth awards will be consolidated into a single event, which is also hosted during National Volunteer Week.
Nominations of individuals and community groups are open across the categories of citizen of the year, young citizen of the year, inclusive communities, contribution to the environment, contribution to community arts, youth leadership, and community event of the year.
Mayor Dom Bonanno said he encourages the community to take part in the nomination process.
“Our community is full of amazing people who go above and beyond to make the Macedon Ranges a better place,” Cr Bonanno said.
“Whether it is a dedicated volunteer, a young leader, or a group working to bring people together, these awards are our way of saying ‘thank you,’” he said.
“If you know someone making a difference – and we all know someone – I encourage you to nominate them and help us celebrate their contributions.”
Nominees must live, work or study in the Macedon Ranges at the time of nomination, and nominated community groups must be incorporated.
Nominations will close at 11pm on Friday, March 28, and the winners will be announced at an awards ceremony held during National Volunteer Week between May 19–25.
