Local Citizen of the Year Awards

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On Australia Day Council recognised the outstanding work of the local community’s unsung heroes at the Local Citizen of the Year Awards. These awards honour the individuals and organisations who generously donated their time and effort to help others and improve the Ku-ring-gai Community.

The Local Citizen of the Year Awards aim to recognise Ku-ring-gai residents who have demonstrated excellent citizenship and a contribution to the people of Ku-ring-gai or the wider community. 

Nominations are now open for the following categories

  • Citizen of the Year (25 years +).
  • Young Citizen of the Year (16-25 years).
  • Environmental Citizen of the Year (individual, organisation, schools or group).
  • Mayor's Award for an Outstanding Contribution by an Individual or Community Organisation.

Nominations close Sunday 7 December 2025

View nomination guidelines(PDF, 7MB)

Nominate now

For any enquiries, please contact the Events Team events@krg.nsw.gov.au.

2025 Local Citizen of the Year Award Winners

Citizen of the Year - Madeleine Steel

Young Citizen of the Year - Matthew Hayes

Environmental Citizen of the Year - Sofia Zvolanek

Mayor’s Award for an Outstanding Contribution by a Community Organisation - Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Women's Shelter

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