The Celebrating Community Awards is a special event dedicated to recognising, celebrating and appreciating the incredible individuals, volunteers, community groups and organisations who work tirelessly to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Every day, people across our communities give their time, skills, compassion and energy to support others. Some provide a listening ear, while others organise activities, support vulnerable people, bring communities together, promote health and wellbeing, empower young people, or help individuals and families through challenging times. Much of this valuable work happens quietly and often goes unrecognised.

The Celebrating Community Awards provides an opportunity to shine a light on these inspirational people and acknowledge the difference they make. The event will bring together community members, volunteers, organisations, partners, supporters and local leaders for an uplifting occasion filled with recognition, connection and celebration.

Awards will celebrate achievements across different areas of community life, recognising people who demonstrate kindness, dedication, leadership, resilience, inclusion and a commitment to helping others. It is also an opportunity to share inspiring stories and highlight the importance of working together to create stronger, safer and more connected communities.

The event is about more than presenting awards. It is about bringing people together, building new connections and reminding everyone that every positive contribution matters. Whether someone has supported one person or hundreds of people, their actions can create lasting change.

We invite the community to join us in celebrating those who go above and beyond to support others and make our communities better places to live.

Together, we recognise achievement. Together, we celebrate community. Together, we inspire positive change.