REMINDER: Nominations closed at 5pm on Wednesday 26 November.

Benalla Rural City Council’s Australia Day Awards recognise the outstanding achievements and contributions of individuals and community groups across our region.

These prestigious awards are among the highest honours Council can bestow, shining a light on local heroes whose efforts might otherwise go unnoticed.

Recipients are celebrated at the annual Australia Day event in Benalla.

‘If you require any assistance with completing this form, please contact the Tourism and Events Officer by emailing events@benalla.vic.gov.au or call 03 5760 2600.

Award Categories Include:

• Citizen of the Year
• Young Citizen of the Year
• Community Group of the Year
• Community Event or Project of the Year

2025 Award Recipients

• Benalla Rural City Citizen of the Year: Michele Ramage
• Benalla Rural City Junior Citizen of the Year: Mikayla Borradale
• Community Event or Project of the Year: Walk for Mental Health
• Benalla Rural City Community Group of the Year: Tomorrow Today