There is a Northern Ruapehu Citizen Award covering the northern part of the district from National Park Village north, and the Waimarino Citizen Award for the Waimarino-Waiouru area.
He said new nominations for anyone who has been unsuccessful in the past were welcome.
"As there is only one northern, and one southern award per year, we would also like to encourage people to re-nominate anyone who has been nominated but unsuccessful in the past."
Mr Cameron said the council feels strongly that it is important to take the time and effort to recognise and thank the many amazing people undertaking volunteer work in our communities.
Nomination forms, including the criteria for nominees, are available from council offices, by calling council, or via the website, www.ruapehudc.govt.nz.