The Town of Gawler is proud to recognise the individuals, groups and organisations who make a meaningful contribution to our community. Through awards and recognition certificates, we celebrate the people whose passion, dedication and service help shape Gawler into a vibrant and connected place to live.
2026 - Inaugural Philippa Dean Award Winners
| Shirley | Branson | For services to the Gawler Bowls Club |
| Ann-Marie | Brookman | For service to Gawler’s Environment and Ecology |
| Melissa | Hardy | For services to the Gawler Town Band |
| Helen | Hennessy | For the promotion and protection of the Town of Gawler's history |
| Sarah | Henson | For services to the Gawler business community and charitable endeavours |
| Erica | Kakoschke | For services to and an enduring commitment to the View Club |
| Marie-Lousie | Lees | For service to the Rotary Club of Gawler Light and its community endeavours |
| Sharon | Mansell | For her enduring commitment to the Dr. Otto Schomburgk Memorial Restoration Project |
| Katrina | May | For service to the Gawler business community |
| Karen | McColl | For an enduring commitment to community development and wellbeing at the Willaston Football Club |
| Jane | Poltio | For service to the Gawler and District Tennis Association |
| Sondra | Taylor | For service to the Gawler A, H & F Society Inc |
| Tanya | Veldkamp | For service to the Gawler A, H & F Society Inc |
| Belinda | Wellington | For charitable endeavours and advocacy of Women’s Health Issues |
| Bianca | Williams | For service to the BLGW and facilitating female participation in sport |
| Kim | Wright | For an enduring commitment to the community of Gawler and its development |
- Citizen of the Year – Daniel Down
- Community Event of the Year – Men Leading Change
- Community Group of the Year – Willaston Football Club Wellbeing Program
Council's Australia Day Ambassador for 2026 - Kim Wright