New Plymouth District Council is on the lookout for the district's local legends.
The Local Legends Awards are approaching and each year around 12 people are recognised for the work they do in the community.
Previous winners have come from across the district, representing environmental causes, volunteer and charitable groups, rescue services, the arts, health and other fields.
New Plymouth District Mayor Neil Holdom says Local Legends is about celebrating the people who help make our place so special.
"It's important we recognise those making a massive difference to the lives of so many people. The cost of living is tough for many of our families, so if you know an everyday hero, someone who works tirelessly behind the scenes, or goes the extra mile to help out, no matter how big or small, let's recognise them with an NPDC Local Legends Award."