We Are Brimbank Awards

Letter lights spelling We Are Brimbank at awards presentation
We Are Brimbank Awards. Nominations now open!

The We Are Brimbank Awards celebrate our local heroes.

Every year, extraordinary people make Brimbank a better place. They volunteer their time, run community programs, create opportunities, and inspire others.

This is your chance to thank the people, groups, and organisations whose passion and hard work strengthen our community.

Nominations now open

Nominate today for the 2026 We Are Brimbank Awards!

The awards acknowledge contributions across:

Arts, Culture and Tourism

Citizen of the Year

Community Engagement

Community Group of the Year

Environment and Sustainability

Sports and Wellbeing

Young Citizen of the Year

Nominations close at midnight on Sunday 8 March 2026.

Our nomination forms are powered by SmartyGrants.

What do the judges look for?

Great nominees are people, organisations and groups that:

  • Show strong leadership and inspire others
  • Help local residents in real ways
  • Make a positive difference in our community
  • Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year: These awards celebrate the unsung heroes who go above and beyond to strengthen our community, often in their personal time.

Announcement of winners

The winners of the 2026 We Are Brimbank Awards will be announced at a special event during National Volunteer Week in May.

More information

Contact our Civic Events team via email CivicEvents@brimbank.vic.gov.au

Last updated: 11 February 2026 - 11:48am