The Grant District Council is asking for your help to recognise the unsung heroes within our district by nominating them for a 2025 Australia Day Citizen of the Year Award.


The awards celebrate the contributions of individuals and organisations who dedicate their time to making our district a better place in areas 


such as education, health, environment, business, sport, arts and community services.


Grant Mayor Kylie Boston said it was important that individuals and groups were celebrated for their valued commitment.


“The awards are our chance to shine a spotlight on those who go above and beyond making our community a strong and vibrant place to live, work and play,” Mayor Boston said.


Nominations are open for Young Citizen of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Community Event of the Year and Active Citizenship.


“If you know an individual, organisation, group or event that has made a meaningful contribution in our community, I encourage you to show your appreciation by nominating them for an Australia Day Citizen of the Year Award,” Mayor Boston said.


2024 Australia Day Citizen of the Year Award recipient and Mil Lel A&H Show Society life member Liza Kirby reflected on being awarded presented with the annual Award.


“Although I have been recognised individually for this award, I really do see it as a group award as I could not do what I do without the support and friendship of our Mil Lel Show Committee,” Mrs Kirby said.


“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time, they just have the heart.


“Thank you very much to Grant District Council for the Citizen of the Year Award for recognising my years of service … I feel exceptionally proud.”


Award nominees and winners will be celebrated and presented with certificates at a private event on Sunday, January 26.


Nominations close at 5pm tomorrow (November 15). Submissions can be made online via or directed to Grant District Council at 324 Commercial Street West / PO Box 724, Mount Gambier SA 5290 or emailed to info@dcgrant.sa.gov.au