People of Houlton Awards

Posted 3 Dec 2025, 12:55 p.m.

What a fantastic night of celebrating our community champions.

Did you know we have 30 resident groups in Houlton? This year we, at Urban&Civic, took the opportunity to run an awards night celebrating them and all they do for this community.
Thank you to our judges Councilors Adam Daly, Ian Picker and Mayor Barbara Brown.

Here are our winners!

Best New or Emerging Community Group - Houlton Badminton Club

Growth Award - The Houlton & Yelvertoft Cricket Club

Outstanding Contribution - Ralph & Jan – Heritage Rugby Lions

Best Unexpected Impact - The Houlton Yarners

Innovation in Action - Back&Forth

Most Uplifting Project - Rainbows, Brownies & Guides

Collaboration Award - The Houlton Women’s Institute

Best Community Group Run Event - The Events Team – Family Fun Day

Community Champion Award - Community Gardens Society

Best Community Mascot – Peggy the dog!

Heres to another year of community spirit and togetherness.

Event sponsored by Priem.

Are you interested in community initiatives like this? The Urban&Civic Communities Team always want to hear from you, email us at houlton@urbanandcivic.com.

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