Citizen of the Year 2024

Scout leader Matthew Brownlie has been named 2024 Mosman Citizen of the Year.

The honour was awarded as part of an Australia Day event at Mosman Drill Hall, which also included a citizenship ceremony.

Mr Brownlie was recognised for his many years of volunteering with the 1st Balmoral Scout Group, where he has served as a leader since 2008 and played key roles in special events such as the local annual Sirius Cup Regatta and a range of camps, hikes and canoeing expeditions for large groups of adults and young people in locations across Australia and internationally.

Mr Brownlie has also played a role in mentoring other leaders and Scouts across northern Sydney. 

His award followed a community-led nomination process.

Mosman Mayor Carolyn Corrigan presented the award and also presided over a citizenship ceremony, where more than 30 conferees took the pledge to become Australian citizens.