Nominations are now open for the Dannevirke Community Board Wackrow Memorial Youth Award 2026. Nominees must be between the ages of 14 to 19 years and involved with activities in the Dannevirke District and reside in the North Tararua Ward.

Nominees are judged on their community service to supporting and contributing to local voluntary organisations and groups, and their achievements in this area. The winner receives $500 and the Wackrow trophy for 2026, for second place $300 and third place $200.

Further information is included with the nomination form available from the Tararua District Council Dannevirke Service Centre, Dannevirke High School Office and the Dannevirke Police Station. Applications close on Friday, 29 May 2026 and are to be returned to the Manager – Democracy Services, Tararua District Council, 26 Gordon Street, Dannevirke or email to governance@tararuadc.govt.nz

For more information, check out Wackrow Memorial Youth Award | Tararua District Council