Georges River Council’s Historical Markers Program launched in 2018. The program recognises people and places of historical and cultural importance, as recommended by the local community. Each year Council will fund and install up to five new historical markers and invites the community to submit nominations.

Is there a historic person, or place in Georges River you would like to nominate? 

For inspiration explore Historical Markers in Georges River.
 

Applications now open​ for the 2026 Historical Markers Program!

How do I apply?

1. Download and read the Historical Markers Policy (PDF 134 KB).

2. Think of a person or place of historical and cultural importance to Georges River.

3. Check the previous years Historical Markers via the images below.

4. Research your nominated person / place.

5. Submit Historical Markers Application Form before Sunday 18 May 2026.
   
   Note: If your past nomination wasn’t successful, you don’t need to resubmit it. If it meets the Policy criteria, it will be considered again.
    

Timeline

• Applications open Thursday 11 September 2025 via Council's Your Say platform.

• Applications close Monday 18 May 2026.

• 2026 Historical Markers Announcement & Launch event – to be confirmed September 2026.

Enquiries

If you have any questions about the program, or application process, please contact localstudies@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au.
 

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