Guidelines

Eligibility

  • Nominees must be a resident of the Eurobodalla Shire.
  • Individuals cannot nominate themselves.
  • This award is for individuals. Clubs, associations or any other organisations cannot be nominated.

Suggestions for inclusion in your nomination

You might like to describe:

  • the nominee and why you believe they should be considered for the Local Hero Award
  • how the nominee has been an inspirational role model for our community
  • how many years’ service have they provided
  • how many local organisations they have served with/supported
  • the number of voluntary hours worked
  • the benefit to the community from the nominee’s service or contribution
  • examples of how the nominee has gone “above and beyond”
  • other outstanding achievements by the nominee
  • other recognition of the nominee’s contribution or work, including publicity
  • whether the nominee worked as part of a team and their role within the team
  • whether the nominee has sought assistance from or worked with Council, government or other grants
  • whether the nominee has had to overcome any particular difficulties or hurdles
  • who has benefited most from the work.

How to enter

  • Applications open on Wednesday 11 October 2023 at 9am.
  • Nominate someone by completing the Local Hero Award nomination form.
  • Hard copy forms will be available at the front counter of our main administration building in Moruya and at each of our libraries.
  • Nominations close on Wednesday 1 November 2023 at 6pm.
  • A selection panel will choose three finalists from the nominations received. The selection panel will be made up of three people including the Mayor.
  • Winners will be announced at the Mayoral Ball on Friday 17 November 2023 at the Narooma Golf Club.

Contact

For all enquiries contact Megan Weyman: