"Through this new all-encompassing event Rotorua's hard-working voluntary groups, dedicated individual volunteers and selfless students will be celebrated through one very inspiring evening.
"Volunteers are a formidable force of good in the Rotorua community and every day members benefit from their hard work.
"From the teams that work behind the scenes at community events to the supportive coaches on the sidelines to the tireless fundraising teams; volunteers are in every corner of this region but often they are not recognised for the invaluable work they do."
The Rotorua District Civic Awards are also being presented at these awards and recognise individuals who have given at least 15 years of dedicated voluntary service to one or more community sectors.
Entries for both awards close on Friday, May 2 at 5pm.
Entry forms are available from council offices or service centres or entry forms for the Trustpower Rotorua District Community Awards can be completed online at www.trustpower.co.nz/communityawards or by calling Jess Somerville on 0800 87 11 11.
The awards cover five categories: Heritage and Environment, Health and Wellbeing, Arts and Culture, Sport and Leisure, and Education and Child/Youth Development.
Category winners receive $500, runners-up receive $250 and the supreme winner will take home $1500 and an all-expenses paid trip for two representatives to the 2014 Trustpower National Community Awards.
