Our 2026 Australia Day celebration was held in Rankins Springs at the Rankins Springs Memorial Hall.
Australia Day is the official national day of Australia. Celebrated annually on 26 January, Australia day is a day to reflect on what we have achieved and can be proud of in our great nation.
This is a day where we come together as a community to celebrate what’s great about Australia and being Australian. Our celebrations reflect contemporary Australia; our diverse society and landscape, remarkable achievements and our bright future.
Council’s Australia Day awards are presented annually to local citizens and groups who have made outstanding contributions within our communities. Nominations open yearly in October closing the first week of December for consideration at the December Ordinary Council Meeting.
Carrathool Shire Council urge community members to consider nominating individuals / groups who are worthy of recognition for helping to make our shire a better place to live. Each year Council recognises and honours the outstanding achievements of those nominated whether it’s social, sporting, environmental, educational or cultural.
2026 Citizen/Young Citizen of the Year Nomination Form
2026 Sportsperson/Junior Sportsperson & Team of the Year Nomination Form
2026 Community Group/Event of the Year Nomination Form
Nominations are open from 28 October 2026 to 2 December 2026. Winners will be announced at the 2027 Australia Day Ceremony on 26 January 2027 at the Carrathool Hall.
