Nominate your local hero!

Do you know someone who has made a truly significant contribution to Ararat Rural City? Someone who goes above and beyond to improve the quality of residents' lives, or exceeds expectations in making our community a better place?

The Australia Day Awards are your chance to ensure these special citizens are recognised for their outstanding efforts.

Ararat Rural City Council is now accepting nominations within four categories for the 2026 Australia Day Awards, the winners of which will be announced on Australia Day (26 January) 2026.

For more information and to fill out a nomination form, head over to our interactive platform at 2026 Australia Day Awards Nominations | Engage Ararat

Nominations close at 5pm Monday 5th January 2026.