The 2026 City of Onkaparinga Australia Day Awards Now Open.

It is time to recognise all the hard-working people in our community that help make our region a great place to live.

These awards acknowledge and celebrate local individuals and groups who have made significant contributions to our community. Nomination categories include:

• Citizen of the Year

• Young Citizen of the Year (Aged 13-30)

• Little Hero of the Year (Aged 12 and under)

• Sportsperson of the Year

• Community Event of the Year

• Active Citizenship (for non-Australian Citizens).

Nominations close on 21 November 2025 and recipients of these prestigious awards will be announced on Australia Day, 26 January 2026.