| Entries to be in by: | Friday 18th July 2008 |
| Judging: | August - September 2008 |
| Presentation of Awards: | Ross, 7th November 2008 |
Almost Everyone Living in a City!
Individuals, local government, service clubs, schools, clubs, community groups, in fact anyone or any organisation who is proud of their city.
Will be undertaken in conjunction with Tidy Towns judging between mid August and early October, 2008
Recognises achievement in community beautification, presentation and pride.
Recognises communities which proudly preserve and value cultural history.
Recognises achievement through innovation by community, government and business under the principles and practical actions associated with environment protection and sustainability.
Recognises achievement through innovation by community, government and business under the principles and practical actions associated with environment protection and sustainability with particular relevance to water conservation.
Recognises achievement in community litter management and reduction including the undertaking of litter audits, and litter education programs.
Recognises achievement in resource recovery and waste management including initiatives which conserve resources, water or energy minimisation practices; the recovery and reuse of materials, and the appropriate disposal of non-recyclable materials.
Recognises partnership achievements by government and/or business with local communities.
Recognises achievement in the protection of the natural environment and, specifically, the preservation of native flora and fauna.
Recognises environmental achievement through youth initiative and/or by a community, which encourages and promotes youth initiative and environmental education.