Local Senior of the Year' nominations open for Charlestown

Constituents in the Charlestown electorate are encouraged to nominate an outstanding older person in the community for the 2026 NSW Local Senior of the Year Awards.

Previously known as the NSW Seniors Local Achievement Awards, the Local Senior of the Year Awards recognise seniors who make a difference and enrich local communities.

“If you know a senior who strives to make our community a better place through volunteering, innovation or simply supporting family and friends, now is the time to nominate them for recognition," said Hon Jodie Harrison MP, Member for Charlestown.

“By highlighting seniors’ continued efforts in helping our community thrive, we are continuing to challenge ageism and empower seniors to overcome social stigma.”

Award winners are honoured during annual awards ceremonies hosted by local MPs during the NSW Seniors Festival, from 2-15 March 2026.

The annual festival is the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and attracts more than 500,000 people at almost 50 NSW Government-run or sponsored events across metro and regional areas. The festival commenced in 1958 and in 2026 will mark its 68th year.

The festival promotes social inclusion and connection and encourages older people to attend events and become involved in art, sport, music, entertainment, technology, travel, health, wellbeing and recreation.

For more information about NSW Seniors Festival and the Local Senior of Year Awards, visit seniorsfestival.nsw.gov.au.

Nomination forms are available from all electorate offices across the state and need to be submitted by Friday 16 January 2026.