THE Jindabyne Lions Club is once again helping co-ordinate the town’s Australia Day activities and Australia Day citizenship awards for 2025.
The awards are a highlight of each Australia Day in Jindabyne with individuals and groups honoured for making a positive contribution to the community.
Lions event coordinator, Nira Windeatt, is encouraging the community to nominate individuals and groups for an Australia Day honour. Nominations close on Friday January 10.
“The aim of the day is to bring the community together to celebrate what makes Australia great and to take some time out to thank our local citizens who make our community special,” Mrs Windeatt said.
The awards will be presented by the Australia Day ambassador (to be confirmed). Following the presentation, there will be entertainment by local musician, Jay Podger, free food, giveaways and activities for the whole-family.
Jindabyne community groups helping run activities at the awards and community event include: Lions Club, CWA, swim club, TS Orion Cadets and Kosciuszko 1st Scouts.
“It’s set to be a great day, we also have coffee, donuts, face-painting and the Australia Day cake, all provided by local businesses,” Mrs Windeatt said.
“The Jindabyne Lions Club was successful in gaining a National Australia Day grant to cover the costs of the day and this grant money is put back into the local economy. Snowy Monaro Regional Council is also a key supporter of the day. It’s a win-win for all.”
The Australia Day awards and community event starts at 9am on Sunday January 26 at the John Connors Oval soccer field.
Nomination forms are available on Snowy Monaro Regional Council’s website.
