Albury Wodonga FoodShare is proud and honoured to announce that we have been awarded Community Group of the Year at the 2026 Albury Awards, held on Monday, 26 January, as part of AlburyCity’s Australia Day celebrations.
This special recognition is a powerful tribute to the collective effort of our volunteers, supporters, and the wider community who make FoodShare’s work possible every day.
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all Albury Award recipients for their outstanding contributions to our community. The passion, commitment and generosity shown by individuals and organisations across Albury is both inspiring and truly worth celebrating.
A Celebration of Community Spirit
The Albury Awards are held each year to recognise individuals and groups who go above and beyond to strengthen our city. From community champions and compassionate leaders to innovative organisations and dedicated volunteers, the awards shine a light on the remarkable contributions that enrich Albury’s vibrant community.
The 2026 Awards Presentation took place at Noreuil Park Foreshore, in conjunction with Council’s Australia Day activities, bringing residents together to honour the people and groups who make Albury an exceptional place to live.
Thank You to Our Volunteers
This award belongs to our amazing volunteers, who are at the heart of everything we do. Their generosity of time, energy, and care ensures that FoodShare can continue supporting individuals and families across the Albury Wodonga region.
We simply couldn’t do it without you.
Thank You to AlburyCity
We also sincerely thank AlburyCity for hosting such a wonderful event and for recognising the extraordinary work happening throughout our community. The Albury Awards remind us that, together, we can achieve greatness and shape a stronger future for all.
Congratulations to all Award Recipients
We extend our congratulations to all Albury Award recipients, honoured as outstanding local leaders and recognised for the positive and lasting impact they make in our community.
- Citizen of the Year: Dr John Stuchbery
- Senior Citizen of the Year: Dr John Brabant (Carevan Foundation)
- Young Citizen of the Year: Olivia Britton
- Volunteer of the Year: Shared by Helen Whittaker (Carevan) and Colleen Bryan (Help with meals, food and groceries Albury-Wodonga)
- Creative Citizen of the Year: Tony Smith
- Active Citizen of the Year: Heather Cahill
- Environmental Citizen of the Year: John Shepherd
Worthy recognition also goes to all nominees across the community, environmental, and creative fields for their dedication and contributions, whose efforts continue to strengthen our region.
Proud to Stand Among Outstanding Community Groups
FoodShare was honoured to be nominated alongside many inspiring organisations, including:
- Twin City’s National Show & Shine Convoy for Kids
- Lions Club Albury
- Magpies Hockey Club
- Peer Haven
- Chef 4 Hire
- Orana Uniform 4 Kids
- Border Music Camp
- Repair Café Albury-Wodonga
- 37 Australian Army Cadet Unit – Albury Wodonga Region
- Country Hope – Albury
- Filipino Australian Community of Albury Wodonga
Winning Community Group of the Year is not only a celebration of what we have achieved, but also a powerful reminder of what is possible when a community comes together with compassion, resilience, and dedication.
Thank you to everyone who continues to support Albury Wodonga FoodShare. This recognition inspires us to keep advancing our mission and serving our region with pride.
This year, we also proudly mark 15 years of supporting people across our community — and we can’t think of a better way to begin the celebrations.