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WHY ENTER?
Over the years, participants have reported numerous social, environmental and economic benefits of entering into the Tidy Towns & Sustainable Cities Awards, including:
- Increased community pride, morale, spirit; and physical, mental & social well-being;
- Social interaction & co-operation between community members, groups and partners;
- Improved natural environment and restoration of wildlife habitats;
- Strengthening of current partnerships or initiation of new ones between community members and groups, councils and businesses;
Potential for increased tourism and amenities for the local community;
Reduction of waste, graffiti prevention, and enhanced management of waste services;
- Permanent recognition for winners and valuable feedback on award submissions;
- Public awareness of environmental education issues;
- Networking opportunities between industry, government, and environmental leaders and experts;
- Introduction and/or recognition of sustainability initiatives;
- Recognition of good governance in local government;
- Opportunities to showcase and celebrate the innovative work, expertise, and vision of your organisation or project;
- Increased valuable media exposure for your local area and community projects;
- Learning about other sustainability projects within NSW and sharing ideas with key stakeholders;
- Creating excitement and motivation for communities by recognising their efforts in sustainability or other environmental initiatives and programs.
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