Published on Friday, 18 October 2024 at 2:37:10 PM
The Shire of Carnarvon is proud to announce it has been named a finalist in three prestigious categories at the 2024 Keep Australia Beautiful WA Awards. The Shire’s innovative and community-driven initiatives have been recognised in the following categories:
- Category: Litter Action – Clean Up Carnarvon
- Category: Young Legends – Hana Smith
- Category: General Appearance – Caring for Carnarvon 6701
Shire staff recently hosted the awards judges in Carnarvon, where they toured several key areas and projects that demonstrate the community’s ongoing commitment to sustainability, youth engagement, and beautification.
In the Litter Action category, the Shire's Clean Up Carnarvon initiative stood out for its successful Clean Community Coffees program and targeted clean-up efforts. These initiatives included clean-ups at Mungullah and areas where illegal dumping had increased, helping to restore pride in the community.
The Young Legends category celebrates the dedication of Hana Smith, the Shire’s Youth Team Lead. Hana’s leadership has been instrumental in the delivery of engaging after-school and holiday programs, along with her work in place-making initiatives like The Future is Me program, which empowers young people to shape their surroundings through creative, community-driven projects.
The General Appearance category finalist, Caring for Carnarvon 6701, reflects the Shire’s success in enhancing the overall look and feel of the community. Through a unique co-design approach, projects such as the Egan Street Mural, Main Street Planter Boxes, Skate Park Redevelopment, and David Brand Drive Mural have not only beautified Carnarvon but also involved the community in meaningful placemaking efforts.
Shire President Eddie Smith expressed his pride in the community’s achievements, saying: “Being recognised as finalists in these awards is a testament to the hard work and dedication of both our community and staff. These initiatives reflect our shared commitment to improving the environment, supporting our young people, and making Carnarvon a place we can all be proud of. I am particularly proud of organisations leadership and the collaborative efforts that have brought these projects to life.”
The winners of the Keep Australia Beautiful WA Awards will be announced on 29 November 2024 at Optus Stadium.
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