Local Woman of the Year Program

The Local Woman of the Year Award is an annual program that provides me with the opportunity to recognise and celebrate the contributions of a local woman in the Penrith electorate.

Nominations

Once again, I am opening up nominations to the public.

Who do you think should be Penrith's Local Woman of the Year for 2026?

Submit your nomination by completing the secure online form. Nominations can only be submitted via the online form and close 11:59 PM on 24 October 2025.

The nomination requires nominators to provide a short description outlining why they believe the selected nominee should be Local Woman of the Year. I will then finalise the list and select 2026's winner for Penrith.

The successful woman will receive:

• Framed certificate signed by the Premier, Minister for Women, and myself;
• An invitation to the NSW Women of the Year Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 5 March 2026; and
• Inclusion in the Honour Roll printed in the NSW Women of the Year Awards Ceremony program and listed on the Women NSW website.

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FAQs

Q. How many Local Women will be chosen per electorate?

A. One (1) Local Woman of the Year will be selected for Penrith.

Q. Is there an age limit for the Local Woman?

A. Yes. All nominees must be aged 18 years and over by 31 October 2025.

Q. Must my nominee live in the Penrith electorate?

A. Yes. The Local Woman of the Year must live in the Penrith electorate.

Localities

Cambridge Gardens, Cambridge Park, Castlereagh, Cranebrook, Emu Heights, Emu Plains, Jamisontown, Kingswood, Leonay, Penrith, South Penrith, Werrington Downs.

Postcodes

2747, 2749, 2750.

Q. Are the Women of the Year Awards different to the Local Woman of the Year Award?

A. The NSW Women of the Year Awards is separate to the Local Woman of the Year Award. The NSW Women of the Year Awards is a state-wide program in which members of the public nominate candidates across six categories. The winners are selected from a shortlist by a judging panel, the Minister for Women, and the Premier.

Nominations for the NSW Women of the Year Awards 2026 close on Tuesday, 9 September 2025 at 11:59 PM. The winners will be announced at the Women of the Year Awards Ceremony on Thursday, 5 March 2026.