2027 Australia Day Awards

Nominations Now Open for the 2027 Australia Day Awards

Know someone who makes a difference in our community? Nominate them for a 2027 Australia Day Award.

Blackall-Tambo Regional Council is calling for nominations for the 2027 Australia Day Awards, recognising local people who give their time, contribute to community life and make a positive difference to the region.

Whether they volunteer in sport, support local arts and culture, or dedicate their time to helping others, these awards are an opportunity to recognise the people who help make our community what it is.

Award categories

Citizen of the Year

Recognising a person who has made a noteworthy contribution during 2026 and demonstrated outstanding service, dedication and commitment to the wellbeing of the local community.

Young Citizen of the Year

Recognising a young person who has made a noteworthy contribution and demonstrated dedication to the local community.

Cultural Award

Recognising significant achievements or contributions to the arts, culture and entertainment in our community.

Sports Award

Recognising sporting achievement or a significant contribution to sport as a coach, official or administrator.

Junior Sports Award

Recognising junior sporting achievement or a significant contribution to sport as a coach, official or administrator.

Who can be nominated?

Nominees must:

  • Be an Australian citizen.

  • Be a resident of the Blackall-Tambo Region.

  • Have made their nominated achievements and contributions in a volunteer capacity.

Nominations should outline the nominee’s achievements, community involvement and the positive impact they have made. You can attach additional pages or supporting material to your nomination.

How to nominate

Complete the official 2027 Australia Day Awards Nomination Form(PDF, 425KB). Nominations must be submitted on the official form and signed by the person making the nomination.

Nomination forms can be collected from and returned to the Blackall or Tambo Community Hubs.

Completed forms can also be posted to:

Blackall-Tambo Regional Council
c/o Australia Day Coordinators
PO Box 21
Blackall QLD 4472

Nominations close at 4pm on Friday, 11 December 2026.

Take the time to recognise someone who gives their time, supports others and helps make the Blackall-Tambo Region a better place to live.

Download Nomination Form(PDF, 425KB)

 

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