2025 Bland Shire Australia Day Award Nominees Announced
Published on 07 January 2025
Bland Shire Council is proud to announce the nominees for the 2025 Australia Day Awards, celebrating the outstanding contributions of local individuals, teams, and groups.
Bland Shire Mayor Brian Monaghan said the inspiring list of 22 nominees represent the very best of our Shire - people who dedicate themselves to making a difference, fostering connection, and building a stronger, more vibrant community "I am incredibly proud to congratulate the nominees for the 2025 Bland Shire Australia Day Awards. Whether through their leadership, community service, or sporting achievements, each nominee has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the values we hold dear,” Mayor Monaghan said.
“On behalf of Bland Shire Council, I encourage everyone in our Shire to join us on Australia Day to celebrate their achievements and the spirit of community that makes Bland Shire such a special place to live."
The impressive list of local individuals and community groups were nominated for their outstanding contributions to the Shire and their sport by their fellow residents in recognition of their selfless service, commitment, and achievements across various fields. Some nominees have even received multiple nominations, further highlighting their significant impact within our community.
This year’s nominations span six categories: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Sportsperson of the Year, Young Sportsperson of the Year, Community Service Award and Community Event of the Year.
Listed in alphabetical order, the 2025 Bland Shire Australia Day Award nominees are:
- Anne-Maree Carter
- Back to Barmedman
- Bowls Day for Webster Family
- Brenton Clarke
- Charlie Sutton
- Evie Henley
- George Hillier
- Glenys Haworth
- Gwen Pope
- Isabella Petrie
- Julie Kelleher
- Lyn Anderson
- Macey Cowen
- Marie Seckold
- Melissa Ryan
- Therese MacFarlane
- Thomas Jordan-Downes
- Top Town Chicken Races
- West Wyalong High School Stage 2 Aerobics Team
- West Wyalong Netball Association 14s Representative Team
- Weethalle Centenary Celebrations
- Wyalong Public School Basketball Team
Please join us in celebrating these remarkable individuals and groups at the Bland Shire Australia Day Awards on Sunday, 26 January 2025, at Barnado Park, West Wyalong. The celebrations will kick off with a free community breakfast at 7am, followed by the award presentations at 8am.
This event is proudly supported by the Australian Government through the National Australia Day Council.
We look forward to seeing you there as we come together to celebrate the incredible contributions of our local heroes and the spirit of community that makes Bland Shire such a wonderful place to live.
For further information regarding the Australia Day event, please contact Bland Shire Council on 6972 2266.
