Published on 10 October 2025
Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond in 2025? Nominations are now open for the 2026 Mansfield Shire Citizen Awards.
Categories for nominations include:
Mayor Cr Steve Rabie said that now is the time to acknowledge the quiet achievers and community champions among us.
“These awards are a chance for us to celebrate the people and groups who make Mansfield Shire the best little Shire to live in,” said Cr Rabie.
“Nominating someone is easy, just explain why you think your nominee should be recognised. They might be role models and have excelled in what they do or maybe they are quiet achievers making a real difference to our community.”
“We know there are many unsung heroes and this is a great opportunity to shine a light on their contributions.”
Nominations can be made until 5pm Monday 17 November 2025 and previously unsuccessful nominations will be considered.
To submit a nomination, you can:
Award recipients will be announced at Mansfield Shire Council’s Australia Day event in the Mansfield Botanic Park on Monday 26 January 2026.
For further information contact Lisa Fricke, EA Mayor & CEO, on 5775 8555.