Narrabri Shire Awards
Narrabri Shire Council takes great pride in recognising and celebrating the remarkable achievements and meaningful contributions made by the residents of the Shire. Each year, the Shire organises a series of prestigious awards to honour individuals who have made a lasting impact in various fields.
These awards serve as a testament to the dedication, talent, and commitment displayed by the exceptional members of the community.
Please select from the below options to learn more about the categories and award winners.
Australia Day Honours List
2023 Honours List
| Citizen of the Year |
Des Barton |
| Young Citizen of the Year |
Mackenzie Jones |
| Environmental Award |
Sally Hunter |
| Community Group Service Award |
Sarah Rushton and the Narrabri SES Unit |
| Community Arts and Cultural Development Award |
Lisa Almagro |
| Senior Sportsperson of the Year |
Jason Anderson |
| Junior Sportsperson of the Year |
Ruby Clayton |
2022 Honours List
| Citizen of the Year |
Patricia Lawty |
| Young Citizen of the Year |
Poppy Smith |
| Community Group Service Award |
Narrabri Community Radio Inc 2MaxFM |
| Community Arts and Cultural Development Award |
Kay Gray |
| Senior Sportsperson of the Year |
Dawn Armstrong |
| Junior Sportsperson of the Year |
Harrison Bennett |
All Other Awards
Lillian Hulbert Memorial Prize
The Lillian Hulbert Memorial Prize was established in 2007 by Thomas Whipp in memory of his late mother, Lillian Hulbert. The prize is awarded annually to a Narrabri District resident aged between 15 and 18 who has shown outstanding achievements through an act of bravery or heroism, charitable work or academic or sporting achievement.
| 2023 |
Jesse Weekes |
| 2022 |
Alisha Conomos |
| 2021 |
Amara Grant |
| 2020 |
Sara Charles |
| 2019 |
Jenna Baxter |
| 2018 |
Dylan Dixon |
| 2017 |
April Squire |
| 2016 |
Courtney Boyd |
| 2015 |
Gemma Ferguson |
| 2014 |
Sally Maher |
| 2013 |
Emily Grellman |
| 2012 |
Erika Anderson |
| 2011 |
Thomas Vaessen |
| 2010 |
Georgia Barden |
| 2009 |
Daniel Cope |
| 2008 |
Jonathan Cuell |
Senior of the Year
The Narrabri Shire Senior of the Year Award recognises the invaluable contribution of senior citizens across our shire through active participation on community committees, assisting in the wellbeing of people within the community, or major contributions to the community over many years.
Volunteer of the Year
The Narrabri Shire Volunteer of the Year Award recognises the significant contribution members of the shire have made in giving their time to not-for-profit organisations, community groups or other entities such as schools or government organisations.
| 2023 |
Marg Hallett |
| 2022 |
Jeff Cloake |