Nominations for the 2027 Australia Day Awards in the Upper Hunter Shire close today, Wednesday 4 November.
Upper Hunter Shire Council is encouraging residents to nominate someone who deserves recognition for their dedication to the community. Anyone can be nominated, and they just need someone to put their name forward.
Awards are available in four categories: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year (under 25), Local Champion of the Year, and Sustainability and Environmental Achievement for the Merriwa district.
Council pointed to Gail Allen, the 2026 Upper Hunter Shire Citizen of the Year, as an example of the contribution the awards recognise. Ms Allen was honoured for her volunteer work and dedication to supporting local families and community organisations. Her involvement includes the Scone and District Cancer Support Group, Scone Legacy, Scone Men’s Probus and St Luke’s Church.
Nominations can be made here, and must be made by 4:30pm today.
