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Nominations are now open for the 2027 Boroondara Citizen of the Year Awards, giving residents the opportunity to recognise local people whose dedication, leadership and commitment help make Boroondara a better place to live.
The awards celebrate individuals of all ages who have made an exceptional contribution to the community, whether through volunteering, mentoring, community leadership, education, sport, environmental action, cultural initiatives, or other efforts that improve the lives of others.
Being an outstanding citizen can take many forms. It could be a neighbour who goes above and beyond to support others, a volunteer who gives countless hours to a local cause, a teacher inspiring the next generation, or a young person creating positive change in their community.
There are 2 award categories:
Community members are encouraged to nominate someone whose actions, achievements or long-term commitment have made a meaningful impact in Boroondara.
Nominations close at 5 pm on Friday 20 November 2026.
Visit our Your Say Boroondara website to learn more about the awards and submit a nomination.
Nominate someone today
Nominees must have made an exceptional contribution to the Boroondara community by demonstrating:• outstanding leadership and inspiring others as a role model• a commitment to improving the quality of life of others• special skills, talents or attributes that have made a positive impact on the community.Contributions may relate to a single outstanding achievement or a sustained commitment over many years.
The person you nominate must:• be an Australian citizen who lives, works, studies or volunteers in the City of Boroondara• be nominated by someone else (self-nominations are not accepted)• not be a current Councillor or Council officer of the City of Boroondara.
In addition to the above eligibility requirements, nominees for this category must be under 26 years of age on 26 January 2027.
Discover the inspiring stories of community members who have previously received the honour:
For more information about the Boroondara Citizen of the Year Awards, email [email protected] or call (03) 9278 4444.
