It’s time to recognise and honour people who go above and beyond for their community, with nominations open for Local Legends Awards.
Surf Coast Shire Council’s program looks to celebrate individuals and groups making positive differences in the community as volunteers, organisation leaders, change-makers, or innovators.
Councillor Joel Grist said it was important to recognise the unsung heroes and community contributors within the Surf Coast Shire.
“Nominate a Local Legend and help recognise their invaluable contribution to community life,” he said.
“They share their energy, skills, passions and inspiration, helping to make Surf Coast Shire a better place and help power organisations doing truly meaningful work.
“I’m sure many of us know these people who make such significant contributions to our community with so little fuss, giving up that precious thing; their own time, for the good of others.”
Award categories include community commitment and community impact for individuals and community inclusion and volunteer excellence for groups.
Nominations will remain open until 15 March, and Local Legends will be named and celebrated during a council event marking National Volunteer Week in May and this year’s theme of ‘Your Year To Volunteer’.
Local Legends will also be celebrated through council’s communication channels, including website, print and social media.
Visit surfcoast.vic.gov.au/LocalLegends, call 5261 0600 or visit council’s Torquay office to make a nomination.
