Nominations closing soon for Community Awards
2nd November 2026
There’s still time to shine a spotlight on the people who make Colac Otway a great place to live.
Time is running out to nominate someone special for the 2027 Colac Otway Shire Community Awards, with nominations closing at midnight on Monday 9 November.
It might be the volunteer who is always the first to put their hand up, a young person doing great things, someone who has dedicated years to their community, or a person or group bringing people together through sport, arts, culture or community activities.
If someone comes to mind, now is the time to nominate them.
Nominations are sought for the following categories:
- Citizen of the Year – Local Impact Award. For someone making a lasting difference in their community.
- Young Citizen of the Year – Rising Star Award. For a young person aged 18 or under who is showing leadership, creativity, or commitment to making a positive impact.
- Community Service Leader – Helping Hands Award. For someone who uplifts others through dedication, compassion, and grassroots involvement.
- Creative and Active Contribution – Culture and Connection Award. For individuals or groups who energise community life through creativity, sport or cultural engagement.
Nominees must live in or contribute meaningfully to Colac Otway Shire. Their contributions can be in leadership, volunteering, youth development, arts, sport, or community building.
Award recipients will be announced at the Shire’s 2027 Australia Day Event on 26 January at Cressy Aerodrome.
You don’t need to be a professional writer to make a nomination. What matters is telling the story of the person or group, what they have contributed and why you think they deserve to be recognised.
To nominate someone, visit colacotway.vic.gov.au/community-awards.
Council Enquiries
(03) 5232 9400
