Do you know someone doing incredible things in our community? Nominate them for one of our new Manningham Community Awards.
Nominations are open until 11.59pm, Sunday 20 July 2025 for our new expanded awards program, which aims to recognise individuals and groups who have made outstanding contributions to the Manningham community over the past 12 months.
Mayor Deirdre Diamante said the winners will be announced at the Award Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September, with one overall winner named Manningham Citizen of the Year.
"We want to shine a light on the incredible work being done for the community by the community," Cr Diamante said.
"The awards will celebrate those who have gone above and beyond in making Manningham a better place to live, work and visit.
"I encourage you to nominate an outstanding individual or group today, and give them the recognition they so truly deserve."
The award categories are:
- Doreen Stoves Excellence in Volunteering: Recognising an individual who has demonstrated an ongoing commitment to volunteerism.
- Active Community: Recognising and individual or group who has contributed to community participation in active lifestyles, sports or physical activity.
- Ageing Well: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to enhancing the lives of older residents, fostering social connection, safety or active ageing.
- Artistic Achievement: Recognising an individual or group who has contributed to Manningham's creative community, sparking artist, cultural or creative expression.
- Community Excellence: Recognising a community organisation or group that has delivered outstanding programs or initiatives contributing to the wellbeing, development and cohesion of the Manningham community.
- Community Health and Wellbeing: Recognising an individual or group who has enhanced health, wellbeing or resilience in the community, whether through advocacy, program development or direct service delivery.
- Inclusive Community: Recognising an individual or group who has actively contributed to community accessibility, inclusivity or diversity.
- Young Achiever: Recognising a young person aged under 25, who has made a positive impact within the Manningham community through demonstrated leadership, innovation, or commitment to helping others.
One of the category award recipients will be selected by the judging panel as the overall Manningham Citizen of the Year. Winners and finalists will be celebrated at an Award Ceremony on Tuesday 16 September.
To nominate, visit our Community Awards page.
