Nominations are being sought for the 2026 Auspire Australia Day Council of WA community citizen of the year awards.

The award recognises people in the City of Perth community for their positive impacts and contributions throughout the year.

This year’s citizen of the year award winner, Joe Tuazama, received the award for his advocacy efforts for migrants of African descent living in Perth.

Mr Tuazama said receiving the award was a great honour for himself and his community.

“Awards like this, they are momentum for us, because they inspire us, they tell us that you are welcome here and your contribution is being recognised,” he said.

“Nominating for citizen of the year is the best thing, because a lot of volunteers are doing great work. Recognitions like this, they are very important f

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