Celebrate our Unsung Heroes
Do you know someone in the community who deserves recognition?
Now is the time to nominate exceptional people and groups in our community for a Tablelands Regional Council 2026 Australia Day Award.
‘The awards recognise outstanding locals who make our region a great place to work, live and play,’ said Mayor Rod Marti.
‘It’s a great opportunity for me as Mayor, and all of us in the community, to celebrate the contribution these people and organisations have made.
‘Some have achieved wonders with their sporting endeavours while others give up many hours of their time to help in our community.
‘We want to honour them and show they are appreciated.
‘It only takes a few minutes to nominate someone for an award,’ said Mayor Marti.
Categories include:
- Citizen of the Year
- Young Citizen of the Year
- Community Event of the Year
- Community Service
- Inclusion
- Sports Supporter
- Sports
- Junior Sports
- Cultural
- Junior Cultural
Nominations are open until 5pm Friday 9 January 2026.
The nominees and recipients will be honoured at the Australia Day celebrations on Monday 26 January 2026 at the Atherton International Club, 60 Kennedy Highway, Atherton.
Doors open at 8.30am for the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony commencing at 9.00am.
The Australia Day Awards Ceremony will follow with doors opening at 10am for a 10.30am start.
