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Caloundra community awards on again
Caloundra Community Awards shine bright for another year
Friends of the Forest member Jan Kesby was the winner of the Environmental Contributor category in 2018
The official opening of nominations for the seventh annual Caloundra Electorate Community Awards was announced by State Member for Caloundra Mark McArdle last week.
The awards, hosted by Mr McArdle, are about recognising the best of the best in the Caloundra electorate, which includes Landsborough and Beerwah townships.
“We are half way through another year but I always look forward to July because it officially marks the opening of the community awards,” Mr McArdle said.
“With each year I am increasingly inspired by the stories that accompany the nominations.
“We need the community’s help to shine a light on those working hard behind the scenes by completing a nomination today.
“Remember, it isn’t just about the nominees and the winners but also everyone who takes the time to nominate. I strongly encourage the community to help recognise businesses, community groups and outstanding individuals doing important work here in Caloundra,” Mr McArdle said.
Award categories include:
• Young Achiever of the Year •
Young Sport Achiever of the Year
• Sport Achiever of the Year
• Environmental Contributor of the Year
• Community Volunteer of the Year
• Community Group of the Year
• Community Event of the Year
• Business Achiever of the Year
• Caloundra Hall of Fame Identity
Nominations close on Friday, September 27. Nomination forms can be collected from Mark McArdle’s electorate office, by phoning 5329 4100 or can be completed online at www.markmcardlemp.com/2019awards.
The awards will be presented on Friday, October 11 at the CCSA Hall, 1 Nutley St, Caloundra.
