Mount Gambier City Council has announced its 2025 Citizen of the Year recipients.Awardees will be formally acknowledged at the Australia Day Breakfast and Awards event at the Cave Gardens on Sunday, January 26.
Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin OAM said the awards celebrate the contributions of individuals and community groups who go above and beyond for the community.
“This year we recognise some outstanding community members who so generously provide their time, resources and goodwill to benefit others,” she said.
The event will commence at 7.30am with breakfast provided by the Lakes Rotary Club of Mount Gambier which is available to purchase for $10 for adults and $7 for children, with all proceeds donated back to the community.
Entertainment begins at 7.30am with family friendly activities such as a jumping castle, henna and eco glitter tattoos and wildlife demonstrations by Australian Bush Buddies.
The event will be interpreted on stage in Auslan, the language of the Australian deaf community.
In addition, accessible matting will be laid on the lawn, allowing better wheelchair access for attendees.
For those unable to attend the event, the City of Mount Gambier will livestream the proceedings at facebook.com/cityofmountgambier
