On Friday 23 January 2026, we celebrated the announcement of the 2026 Australia Day award winners at the Bundaberg Multiplex.
While the winners come from a range fields and backgrounds, what they all have in common is their dedication, compassion and commitment to the community.
2026 Australia Day award winners:
- Citizen of the Year – Jo Leveritt
- Young Citizen of the Year – Harrison Titmarsh
- Senior Citizen of the Year – Lester Lewis
- Sportsperson of the Year – Michael Ebert
- Creative Citizen of the Year – Ross Driver
- Community Group of the Year – Next Level Youth Jam
After we shared a gallery from the ceremony on Facebook, congratulatory messages flowed in, including:
- Congratulations Michael
- Congratulations to our 2026 winners
- Congratulations and well deserved
- Congratulations on your achievement
- Congratulations Harrison well deserved
- Well done Michael. Fantastic achievement.
- On ya Ross
A big congratulations once more to these amazing award recipients!
If you’d like to find out more about the 2026 Australia Day award winners, click here.
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