The achievements of Coromandel's young people are being celebrated in style with the 2015 Coromandel Peninsula Youth Awards this May.

Nominations are now being sought by the Thames Coromandel District Council and outstanding young individuals or groups are able to be put forward in five categories.

The Thames-Coromandel District Council is seeking nominations for the 2015 Coromandel Peninsual Youth Awards taking place in May. Photo: File

To enter nominees must either be individuals or groups aged between 12 to 24 years old, who are either living, working or attending school in the Coromandel Peninsula at the time of their activity.

You can nominate someone you know or yourself, but every submission will need two referees over the age of 18. These details must be included as referees may be contacted to verify details.

The 2015 Coromandel Peninsula Youth Awards categories include:

• Young Creative Award for Artist Expression – Young people who have made an outstanding contribution in the arts, culture, music, dance and performance.
• Helping Hand Award for Community Service – Young people who have volunteered in order to improve the community.
• Green Thumb Award for Environmental Care – Young people who have completed environmental projects improving protection, conservation and/or sustainability.
• Kia Kaha Award for Perseverance – Young people who have overcome challenges in order to improve the community.
• Legend Award for Leadership – Young people who have demonstrated great leadership in projects that have improved the community.
• The People's Choice Award for Excellence – This award is chosen from all nominations.

Nominations can be submitted via email, post, or at your local high school, library or TCDC office.

All entries must be received no later than 5pm on April 17.

For more information and an entry form visit the TCDC's #coroyouth page at: www.tcdc.govt.nz/youth-awards