Community and Business Awards
Nominations for the 2026 Community and Business Awards are now open!
This initiative was introduced in 2025 to celebrate the outstanding contributions of individuals, businesses, and groups across our local area. Whether through volunteer service, sport, innovation, or sustainability - this is your opportunity to shine a spotlight on those making a meaningful difference.
Award recipients will be recognised at a special ceremony held at Strathfield Town Hall on Friday 11 December 2026.
Nominations close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
Categories
The inaugural Community and Business Awards fall into four categories:
- Business Excellence Awards
Celebrating outstanding local businesses that demonstrate innovation, customer service, resilience, or community engagement.
- Community Service Awards
Recognising individuals who selflessly volunteer or go above and beyond to support the wellbeing, inclusion, and resilience of the local community.
- Sports and Recreation Awards
Honouring contributions to local sport, coaching, mentoring or programs that promote active living and health.
- Environmental Sustainability Awards
Acknowledging leadership in sustainability, environmental protection, innovation, or community education.
How to Enter:
Please read the 'Conditions of Entry' below to ensure your eligibility.
Nomination Form
Community and Business Award Nomination Form
Important Information
Conditions of Entry
Nominees must:
- Live, work, study, or volunteer within the Strathfield LGA
- Not be current Strathfield Council employees, elected officials or Members of Parliament
- Not self-nominate
- Have given permission to be nominated
Council reserves the right to withdraw an award if information comes to light that brings the program into disrepute. Awards will not be granted posthumously.
Key Dates
Nominations close on Sunday 15 November 2026.
For further enquiries, please contact Council on (02) 9748 9999 or email council@strathfield.nsw.gov.au
Announcements & Presentation
Award recipients will be announced at Strathfield Council’s Community Christmas Party on Friday 11 December 2026.
The panel’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Need help in another language?
Council staff can assist with completing your nomination in English. If needed, please call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450 and ask for Strathfield Council on (02) 9748 9999.
Judging Process
All nominations will be reviewed by an independent judging panel appointed by Council. The panel will include Council representatives and community representatives. Decisions of the judging panel are final.
Are you a local citizen doing great work in the community?