Australia Day is an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the people, places, communities and experiences that make Australia unique.
Across the country, communities come together to recognise the contributions of individuals and groups and celebrate the diverse stories that shape our nation.
Each year, the Town of Gawler hosts an Australia Day breakfast at Apex Park, followed by a Citizenship Ceremony and presentation of the Australia Day Awards. The event provides an opportunity for the Gawler community to come together and welcome new Australian citizens, recognise local achievements and celebrate our community.
Details for the 2027 Australia Day event will be available once planning is confirmed.
Australia Day Citizen of the Year Awards
The Australia Day Awards recognise outstanding individuals, groups and events that have made a positive contribution to the Gawler community.
Do you know someone who has contributed significantly to the Gawler community? Nominate them now for an Australia Day Citizen of the Year Award!
Nominations close Friday, 27 November 2026 at 5pm
Judging Process
Nominations will bereviewed by the appointed judging panel. The Judges' decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Award Recipients
Award recipients will be announced at the end of December 2026 and officially recognised at a ceremony during our Australia Day Celebrations on Tuesday 26 January 2027.
Enquiries
For enquires please contact Fiona Moellner
Phone: (08) 8522 0148
Congratulations to our 2026 Award Winners:
- Citizen of the Year – Daniel Down
- Community Event of the Year – Men Leading Change
- Community Group of the Year – Willaston Football Club Wellbeing Program
Australia Day Ambassador for 2026: Kim Wright
