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Mayoral Awards 2011

Posted on 02 Sep, 2011

MEDIA RELEASE

2 September 2011

immediate release

MAYORAL AWARDS 2011

 

The 2011 Mayoral Awards were launched today at theAlice SpringsCommunityGardens. 

 

Mayor Damien Ryan was delighted to launch this year’s awards saying, “The 2011 Mayoral Awards will again highlight the achievements of individuals with a disability who have made a significant contribution to our community.”

 

“I encourage everyone to nominate someone who they feel has made a commitment to improving the lives of people with a disability.”  said Mayor Ryan.

 

Information packs containing conditions of entry, a full list of selection criteria and a nomination form, can be obtained from Council’s website – www.alicesprings.nt.gov.au or by calling the Council’s Community Development Officer on 8950 0500.

 

KEY DATES

Friday 2 September                Mayoral Awards open

Friday 14 October                   Nominations close

Thursday 1 December            Mayoral Awards Ceremony

 

CATEGORIES

•  The Noteworthy Award - This award acknowledges a person with a disability who has made a noteworthy contribution to the community.

•  The Champion Award - The champion award acknowledges a person with or without a disability who has been an advocate for the rights and well-being of people with a disability.

 

 

 

For further information contact:

Damien Ryan (Mayor)                           Claire Ashard (Media & Communications)

M:        0428 825 392                                    M:        0408 857 167