NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN!
The Citizen of the Year Awards are proudly presented by the Australia Day Council of South Australia and Mid Murray Council
Each year, Mid Murray Council celebrates the achievements and contributions of outstanding members of our community through the Citizen of the Year Awards. These individuals demonstrate extraordinary service every day within our community so often invisible to most of us. This contribution builds the social and cultural fabric of our society, making a significant difference to the people of the Mid Murray area.
An outstanding member of our community could come from areas such as; education, health, fundraising, charitable and voluntary services, business, sport, arts, the environment, or any other area that contributes to the advancement and wellbeing of our community.
it only takes one nomination for someone to become the next Citizen of the Year.
If you know someone, nominate them today!
Award Categories
- Citizen of the Year (30 years of age or over on 26 January 2027)
- Young Citizen of the Year (16 years to under 30 years of age on 26 January 2027)
- Community Event of the Year
- Award for Active Citizenship
- Mid Murray Youth Achievement Award
Nominations Close 5pm, Friday 20 November 2026