Local Heroes
Awards 2024
Thursday 9 May 2024
Recognising the outstanding contributions of local government workers
Thursday 9 May 2024
Recognising the outstanding contributions of local government workers
In partnership with the Australian Services Union (ASU), the Vision Super Local Heroes Awards are designed to bring much-needed recognition to the work of local government employees who go above and beyond for their community.
Nominations are open to all local government workers, including employees of associated organisations operated by the council, and local libraries. Nominations may be made on behalf of others or self-nominated, and can be for an individual or group.
To be nominated, the local government or library worker/s must demonstrate at least one of the following criteria:
A $1,000 gift card grand prize will be presented to the winner and $500 gift cards to the four runners-up to acknowledge the outstanding contribution made by these individuals or groups.
Nominations open: 30 January 2024 | Nominations close: 25 March 2024
Winners announced: 9 May 2024 at the Local Heroes Gala Awards Ceremony
The Local Heroes 2024 Gala Awards Ceremony will be held at Victorian Trades Hall Council in Carlton.
You can nominate an individual or group by filling out a nomination form online. You’ll need some contact details to complete your nomination, so make sure you have these ready.
The form asks for contact details for:
An effective nomination clearly explains why the nominee is deserving of the award, what sets their contribution apart from others, and describes the impact or outcome of their contribution.
The awards are free to enter. To be a valid entry, the nominee must be a Victorian resident over the age of 18 and the act/contribution described in the nomination must have taken place between 1 January 2023 and 25 March 2024.
You can find the full Terms and Conditions for the Vision Super Local Heroes Awards here.
Nominations close Monday 25 March 2024.
Eleonora Tambourini,
Darebin City Council
Eleonora was nominated by her colleague Craig for her tireless commitment to her role as a Community Service Worker for more than 30 years, which has seen her go out of her way to assist many residents after hours.
Yarra Libraries Community Engagement Team, Yarra City Council
The Yarra Libraries team were nominated by their colleague Sophie for pivoting to assist the community during the pandemic. One library became a food relief centre, and the team worked with NGOs to distribute meals to people experiencing homelessness and international students ineligible for government support.
Adelaide Jones, Merri-Bek Libraries
Adelaide was nominated by their colleague Teishan for being instrumental in conceiving, planning and organising the Queer Youth Clothes Swap at Brunswick Library.
Daniel Coon, Wyndham City Council
Daniel was nominated by his colleague Caitlin for acting in the roles of Family Violence Contact Officer, Mental Health First Aider, Union Representative and HSR Representative, and providing integral employee support.
Nicole Migani-Roberts,
Melton City Council
Nicole was nominated by her colleague Aaron for achieving numerous positive outcomes for people with a disability and their carers, including leading the development of the council's Disability Action Plan and submitting a successful funding application for an additional Changing Places facility.
Moira Delegates Group, Moira Shire
The Moira Delegates Group were nominated by member Kristy for always striving to create a better workplace, particularly their strength and determination in advocating on behalf of their members and addressing workplace health and safety and industrial matters.
Lisette Pine, Knox City Council
Lisette was nominated by her colleague Linda for going above and beyond when responding to welfare or safety issues within the Knox community, particularly when advocating for the rights of diverse and/or marginalised groups such as First Nations people, LGBTIQ and CALD communities.
Debbie Bakker, Maroondah City Council
Debbie was nominated by her colleague Lisa for going beyond her role in providing assistance for families that are vulnerable due to domestic violence issues or other welfare issues. Debbie offers support through connections to outside agencies, and help negotiating Centrelink payments and filling out forms.
Rob Monohan, Wyndam City Council
Rob was nominated by his colleague Maree for supporting the Aboriginal community in Werribee, particularly volunteering many hours to put together a work group to help run the Wunggurrwil Dhurrung Centre, which provides a culturally safe meeting place for the local community.
Laura Farrington, Geelong Regional Library Corporation
Laura was nominated by her colleague Wren for being a dedicated health, safety and wellness and SCC member, who is consistently unafraid to meet management head on to ensure her colleagues feel cared for, protected and safe in their workplace.
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