The distinction, honorary Freeman of the City, is the highest acclamation a City can bestow upon one of its citizens.

The Freeman of the City Award recognises an individual for outstanding achievement over his or her lifetime which advances the values we share as Australians - like a fair go, democracy, diversity, participation and endeavour.

The Freeman of the City Awards

• Promote and foster pride in, and recognition of, outstanding achievements, which advance our national goals and values.
• Develop an appreciation of the diversity and depth of personal and community achievement.
• Promote and recognise community cohesiveness and concern for members of the community.
• Provide roles models for all Australians
• Recognises, celebrates and says thank you to those who have “made a difference”, those who achieve their best and those who serve others.
• Recognises and celebrates those individuals who stand above the everyday and mark the extraordinary in our society, it recognises the achievements, services and contributions valued by all Australians.  

Cessnock City Council

Roll of Honour

Freeman of the City

The Freemen of the City who have been awarded have given a lifetime of dedicated service to the community of the City of Cessnock.

• Freeman of the City Nomination Form 

For further information please contact Pauline Ross on 4993 4210.