Hilltops council is seeking to increase it's Facebook and Instagram followers by featuring the diverse voices of the region in a new social media campaign.
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Hilltops Mayor, Brain Ingram, said the new initiative was in response to the wishes of the Hilltops community wanting to be able to be more involved in concerns and hopes for the future of the region.
"Social media plays an integral role in how we communicate in a modern society and Council wants to be able to tap in to where our community is and ensure we are listening to concerns and that action is being taken to better the community," he said.
"We are kicking off activities to improve following on Council social media with a new campaign titled 'Local of the Week', where locals across the Hilltops region will be recognised and praised for their contribution to the community.
"We have a lot to celebrate in the Hilltops Region and this initiative is in aid of one of Hilltops Council's aims to increase social inclusion, engagement and proactiveness to ensure the whole community have a chance to be involved in shaping our future,"
"The stories of these people who are really making a difference in our community but who otherwise might go unnoticed, will be shared and celebrated," he said.
Council are asking Hilltops locals to nominate community members who they think deserve recognition in the community.
Submission of a recent photo, name and email of up to 200 words answering the following question: What does this person do to help make our community special?" should be sent to the Hilltops council Facebook page or email media@hilltops.nsw.gov.au.
A reply email will be sent to the person making the nomination confirming the nominee has given permission for their image and story to be shared on social media.
You can follow Hilltops Council's social media channels to keep up to date with what's happening in and around the region at Facebook: Hilltops Council and Instagram: @hilltopscouncil
