Nominate your local hero for the 2024 Ipswich Australia Day Awards

29 March 2023

Ipswich is home to many extraordinary Australians and you can now nominate them for the 2024 Ipswich Australia Day Awards.

Community, Culture, Sports and Arts Committee Chairperson Councillor Andrew Fechner said the awards were an important way to recognise the contributions and achievements of those who had made a positive impact on Ipswich.

“Nominating someone for an Australia Day award is an opportunity to acknowledge their hard work, dedication and commitment to our community,” Cr Fechner said.

“Whether it’s a devoted volunteer, a positive role model at a sporting club, or a community group that goes above and beyond, these awards celebrate the diverse talents and contributions to our wonderful city.

“Shining a light on the achievements of our local legends can also inspire others to be a force for positive change in their own communities.”

The 2024 Ipswich Australia Day Award categories are:

  • Citizen of the Year
  • Senior Citizen of the Year
  • Young Citizen of the Year
  • Cultural Award
  • Sport and Recreation Award
  • Community Group of the Year

To nominate visit council’s Ipswich Australia Day Awards site and scroll to the “Awards Categories” section. Review the nomination criteria, then click the link under your selected category. Enter the required details, add supporting documents and submit.

Nominations are open from 29 March 2023 to 5 November 2023.

For more details, including a nomination guide and nomination links, visit Ipswich Australia Day Awards : Ipswich City Council