Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards
Nominations are now open.
The awards recognise and celebrate the quiet achievers, dedicated volunteers, inspiring leaders and community groups whose contributions help build a stronger, more connected and vibrant community.
Nominations close 5pm on Monday 30 November 2026.
Recipients to be announced at a special ceremony on Friday 22 January 2027.
Citizen of the Year
Sponsored by 7 News Sunshine Coast
Senior Citizen of the Year
Sponsored by Maroochy RSL
Young Citizen of the Year
Sponsored by Mix FM and Sea FM
Community - group or organisation
Sponsored by My Weekly Preview
Arts and Culture
Sponsored by Sunshine Coast Arts Foundation
Healthy and Active
Sponsored by Sunshine Coast Lightning
Environment
Environment category
Entry rules and Conditions
Entry rules and conditions for the 2027 Sunshine Coast Australia Day Community Awards
Previous SCADCA award recipients
View a list of past Award recipients.