Nominations for Christchurch's Community Service Awards are now open, and the city's five community boards want to recognise people who go “above and beyond”, giving their time and energy freely to help and support others.
The 2021 awards cover the Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū/Banks-Peninsula, Waihoro/Spreydon-Cashmere, Waikura/Linwood-Central-Heathcote, Waipuna/Halswell-Hornby-Riccarton and Waitai/Coastal-Burwood board areas.
Christchurch City Council head of community support, governance and partnerships John Filsell said it is “important to acknowledge those often unsung people”.
"We are asking local communities to put forward the names of those people who make outstanding contributions to their area through their actions and willingness to look out for others.
"Many people have really stepped up over the past year during one of the most challenging periods in recent history.
"We want to recognise those amazing volunteers who often support the more vulnerable, young people and families by taking on an extra role within their community."
Nominations close at 5pm on Friday, April 16. The community boards will host award ceremonies in June and July.
Find out more and apply for the awards here. Nomination forms are also available from council libraries and service centres.
