Community & Business
2 February, 2026
Our Citizens of the Year
It may have been a very warm start to the hottest day of the year, but that didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of locals who turned out in large number for the Cambooya District Australia Day celebrations where the great efforts of local groups and individuals were formally recognised.
YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
Ellie Stenzel exemplifies dedication, leadership and community spirit. She played a pivotal role in advocating for the Region in her role as an Ambassador for the Toowoomba 2032 Olympic Equestrian events. She spoke passionately in support of Toowoomba’s bid to host the events. Her confident representation, commitment to her community and ability to speak with maturity and purpose contributed meaningfully to the bid’s ultimate success.
CITIZEN OF THE YEAR
Warren Folker is a proud lifelong resident of Wyreema, whose dedication to his community shines through everything he does. As the current vice president of the Wyreema Community Hall, he has devoted countless hours to ensuring the facility remains a welcoming and vibrant hub for the district. One of his major contributions has been his ongoing involvement with the annual Halloween event, which began in 2014.
