Young residents living in the Macedon Ranges can be nominated for the 2023 Macedon Ranges Youth Awards, which help recognise achievements in the shire.
Nominations are open to young people aged between 12 to 25 years who have made significant contributions to the community.
The award categories acknowledge different skills, and this year includes: willpower, good deeds, pure imagination, nicely played, skilling it, and well aware.
Macedon Ranges Shire Council community director Maria Weiss said council was honoured to showcase the achievements of the shire’s youth once again.
“These awards provide a unique opportunity to bring all members of the community together in a really positive way and celebrate the immense contributions that young people make in our society,” she said.
“We encourage everyone to get involved to make this a true community event. If you know of a young person you feel should be put in the spotlight for their achievements, make sure you visit the website and nominate them.”
Macedon Ranges youth are encouraged to nominate their peers, while families, teachers, neighbours, employers and colleagues can also make nominations.
Winners will be announced at a live event at Kyneton Town Hall on August 10.
Nominations close on June 30, for more information and to nominate, visit www.mrsc.vic.gov.au/Live-Work/Youth/Youth-Awards.
