If you know an individual, business or group who has made an exceptional contribution to community life, it’s time to nominate them for the prestigious Byron Shire Community Awards 2025.

Nominations are now open until 16 June at www.byron.nsw.gov.au/communityawards.

“Byron Shire is blessed with a rich and colourful community spirit, and we all know people who go above and beyond to make a difference to the lives of others,” Byron Shire Mayor, Sarah Ndiaye said.

“It is these talents and efforts that we want to shine a light on at the 2025 Awards, and I urge everyone to have a think about who you think deserves an award – and nominate them today.

“Let’s take this opportunity to recognise these people and groups and the important contribution they make – and give them a very big and public thank you!” the Mayor said.

The eight categories open for nominations are:

• Community Member of the Year
• Young Community Member of the Year
• Community Initiative of the Year
• In Business for Good
• Caring for Country Award
• Contributions to Health and Wellbeing Award
• Creativity Award
• Access and Inclusion Award.

The Byron Shire Community Awards are in their third year and the awards ceremony will be held on Tuesday 5 August - to align with Local Government Week.

To make a nomination for the 2025 Byron Shire Community Awards, go to Council’s website and complete the online form: www.byron.nsw.gov.au/communityawards.