Senior Citizen of the Year Award

Outstanding contribution or achievement by an individual aged 65 years or over.

Nominations are now CLOSED. Any nominations received from 5pm, Tuesday 30 April 2024 will be ineligible.

Senior Citizen of the Year sponsored by Maroochy RSL  

Nomination criteria 

Outstanding contribution or achievement by an individual aged 65 years or over on 30 April 2024. The recipient will be an inspirational role model and display continued excellence in their field and in the community. Nominations require 300-500 words addressing assessment criteria. 

Assessment criteria 

Demonstrated achievement in one or more of the following: 

  • personal, academic or professional achievements 
  • contribution in the relevant field 
  • demonstrated leadership, innovation and creativity 
  • personal interests and community involvement 
  • contribution to the development of the Sunshine Coast community and/or economy 
  • contributions being completed on a voluntary basis or exceeding the normal requirements of the nominee’s paid work. 

Review the 2024 awards entry rules.