Published on Monday, 26 January 2026 at 10:00:00 AM
The Shire of York and York Honours Reference Group are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Australia Day Awards.
The winners were announced at the Australia Day breakfast held at the YRCC this morning. Those recognised were:
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Community Citizen of the Year
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John Crook
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Community Citizen of the Year – Youth
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Chloe Buckingham
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Community Citizen of the Year – Senior
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Peter & Cherie Thorp
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Active Citizenship (Event or Group)
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Eliza’s Game
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Sports Star of the Year – Youth
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Etonche van Emmerloot
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Sports Star of the Year - Senior
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Belwyn Fairclough
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Congratulations to all our Award Recipients. It is wonderful to have such active members of our community acknowledged for their efforts and dedication. You can all be proud of your achievements.
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