Mayoral History Prize

Please note that the 2025 MHP is on hold and under review.

The Blacktown City Mayoral History Prize was first awarded in 2008. The aim of the Mayoral History Prize is to encourage an interest in the rich and diverse history of Blacktown City. We welcome entries with an indigenous focus or theme.

The winner(s) will receive a cash prize and all entrants will receive a certificate of achievement.

Entries will be included in the Local History collection at Blacktown City Libraries. The winning entry in each section may also be published to the Blacktown Memories platform. You can see previous winners here.

2024 Winners

Congratulations and thank you to all the entrants.
See below for the 2024 winners:

 Winner Entry

Adult winner
Les Tod

Sunnyholt and Headingley Enigma(, 0B)

Adult highly commended
Judy Trembath and Goran Terzic

Imperial Hotel, Rooty Hill(, 0B)

Years 10-12 winner
Pranjal Pal

St Bartholomew’s Church and Cemetery(, 0B)

Years 7-9 winner
Jaya Singh

Indigenous experiences and cultures(, 0B)

Previous winners

A list of previous winners of the Mayoral History Prize can be found here, along with their entries.
Some entries have also been added to the Blacktown Memories platform. 

Need help?

Please contact our Local History Librarian at localhistory@blacktown.nsw.gov.au for help.