Australia Day
Australia Day Events 2026
Cassowary Coast Regional Council invites the community to celebrate Australia Day at free pool parties across the region, offering a fun, relaxed and family-friendly way to enjoy the national day.
Pool parties are happening on Australia Day, Monday, 26 January 2026, at these locations:
Entry to all events is completely free, with attendees able to enjoy music to set the celebratory mood and a BBQ sausage sizzle hosted by local community groups.
The pool parties are proudly supported by the National Australia Day Council, local swimming and fitness providers including Marlin Coast Swimming and Fitness, Grimsey’s Aquatics and Cotter Aquatic Swim and Fitness, as well as community groups who will be hosting the BBQs.
2025 Australia Day Awards Celebrate Dedication and Service Across the Cassowary Coast
Cassowary Coast Regional Council hosted an unforgettable evening on Thursday to honour the region’s most dedicated and selfless individuals at the 2025 Australia Day Awards.
The event brought together community members to celebrate exceptional recipients who have gone above and beyond to make a difference in the Cassowary Coast. The awards recognised those who truly embody the spirit of community.
The 2025 Australia Day Awards highlighted not only the achievements of this year’s recipients but also the enduring power of community spirit and collaboration.
Australia Day 2025 Award Winners
2025 Australia Day Awards
| Awards Category |
Nominees |
Winners |
| Citizen of the Year |
- Susan Metcalfe
- Kerry Linton
- Helen & Terrence Walsh
|
Helen & Terry Walsh |
| Young Citizen of the Year |
- Charlize Gee
- Kai Greven
- Gabrielle Doyle
- Grace O’Kane
|
Grace O'Kane |
| Lifetime Contribution |
|
Gordon Robertson |
| Community Event / Project of the Year |
- Tully 100 Centenary Celebrations
- Currajah Bike Show
- Paradise Run – Mission Beach
|
Tully 100 Centenary Celebrations |
| Community Group Award |
- Tully Mission Beach Local Ambulance Committee
- Cardwell and District Pickleball Club
- Tully 100 – Oral History Steering Committee
- Tully Meals on Wheels
|
Tully Meals on Wheels |
| Young Sports Person of the Year |
- Ruby Torrisi
- Dominic Franco
- Lahni Madsen
- Ellie Gracie
- Kaeden Ketchell
- Shaun Riley
- Jack Calleja
- Kyuss Barba
|
Shaun Riley |
| Sports Person of the Year |
- Dylan Crema
- Louise Hoskins
|
Dylan Crema and Louise Hoskins |
| Service to Sport Award |
|
Alana Witt |
| Arts and Culture Award |
|
Rosaria (Sara) Hughes |
| Young Arts and Culture Award |
|
Michelle Di Faveri |
| Young Sustainable Environment Award |
- Goondoi Junior Ranger Program
|
Goondoi Junior Ranger Program |
| Sustainable Environment Award |
|
Micheal Anderson |
| First Nations Fire Award |
|
Mitchell Martin |
| Achievement Award |
- Karen Taylor
- Caterina (Tina) Payne
|
Karen Taylor and Caterina (Tina) Payne |
When
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Thursday, 23 January 2025 | 12:00 AM