The purpose of the Channel 9 Young Achiever Awards is to acknowledge, encourage and most importantly promote the positive achievements of young South Australians aged between 14 and 27 years of age.

The Awards recognise the achievements of South Australia’s youth in nine categories, which are:

Adelaide Airport Limited Community Service Award
The Coffee Club Arts Award
Worldwide Online Printing Sports Award
Nippy's Environment Award
Department of Trade and Economic Development Career Achievement Award
The University of Adelaide Faculty of Sciences Science & Technology Award
AGL Regional Initiative Award
Office for Youth Outstanding Young Indigenous Achiever Award
RAA Driving Force Leadership Award

Premier's Message

"The Young Achiever Awards recognise and reward the enterprise and excellence of South Australia’s vast array of talented young people. They provide leadership and inspiration across many fields of endeavour, and their strong sense of community spirit means they are role models for all of us, regardless of age. Through their efforts and their abilities, they not only make a vital contribution to the ongoing prosperity of our State. They also provide reassurance that South Australia’s future is in safe, capable hands. As Patron of the Young Achiever Awards, I commend all nominees on their success and accomplishments to date, and wish them all the very best for the future." Hon Mike Rann MP Premier of South Australia

Important Dates:
Launch		Tuesday 15th September 2009(TBC)
Close of Nominations		Tuesday 2nd December 2009
Judging		Tuesday 16th February 2010
Awards Presentation		Saturday 20th March 2010

The winner of each of the nine categories will be presented with a magnificent trophy and $1,000 from HomeStart Finance. The ultimate winner, the Premier's / Channel 9 Young Achiever of the Year, will receive an additional $1,000 from HomeStart Finance, a trophy and a holiday for two flying Virgin Blue and accommodation provided by Hilton Hotels (conditions apply).

Three category finalists are selected for each category award.

From the three category finalists one category winner is selected as the category award winner.

From the nine category winners one is selected as the overall state winner, the Premier's / Channel 9
Young Achiever of the Year for South Australia.

Judging will take place on Tuesday 16th February 2010.

The judging panel will include representatives from award sponsors, young peopleand independent expert judges for each category.

The decisions of the judging panel are final and no correspondence will be entered into.

AWARDS PRESENTATION

The Winners of the Channel 9 Young Achiever Awards will be announced at a special Gala Awards Presentation Dinner to be held on Saturday 20th March 2010.

The Presentation Dinner, held at the Hilton Adelaide is a formal event which attracts an attendance of around 420 people including VIP guests. For further information please contact the awards office on
08 8132 0753 or email sa@awardsaustralia.com.

GALA AWARDS DINNER SUPPORT SPONSORS

Categories open for nomination
	Adelaide Airport Limited Community Service Award When hard times hit or disaster strikes, our selfless young men and women often make the difference by giving their guidance, encouragement and much needed support. Volunteers spend their time offering friendship, hope and inspiration to the disadvantaged and those who need it most. The Adelaide Airport Limited Community Service Award applauds our unsung heroes acknowledging those young people who are passionate in putting the needs of others first.
	The Coffee Club Arts Award The spirit of creativity exhibited by Australia's talented young artists helps us all to think creatively and express ourselves with emotion. In our multicultural society, a commitment to personal development in the arts is emerging, especially among today's youth. The Coffee Club Arts Award celebrates their brilliant artistic achievements and recognises the incredible imagination, initiative and flair required to produce such inspirational work.
	Worldwide Online Printing Sports Award Today's young athletes are tomorrow's sporting heroes. They're dedicated young Australians with a strong spirit of competition and love of the game. Encouraging and supporting the ambition and hard work of these focused individuals, helps them to go further, faster, longer and higher than anyone before. Whether it's competing, coaching, administration or education, the Worldwide Online Printing Sports Award seeks to applaud their talents and recognise their commitment in the pursuit of excellence.
	Nippy's Environment Award Pollution, climate changes, salinity and the destruction of forests affects us all. While many of us try to make a difference, its Australia's young people who are actively using their initiative to stop destruction of our environment and help repair the damage. By developing programs and using new technology, it's these dedicated young individuals who are helping to educate us all. The SA Water Environment Award salutes those who are dedicated to saving planet Earth by nurturing and protecting our natural surroundings.
	Department of Trade and Economic Development Career Achievement Award More and more young Australians are rolling up their sleeves and climbing up the corporate ladder to enjoy challenging and rewarding careers. By implementing new initiatives in the workplace, running their own businesses and thriving in management roles, our youth are proving career success can start young. The Career Achievement Award promotes who 'give it a go" through determination, hard work and hunger for knowledge and self-motivation, rewarding those who make their own opportunities to succeed in our competitive economic environment.
	The University of Adelaide Faculty of Sciences Science & Technology Award Our Science and Technology know how is accelerating at an astounding rate. Young Australian scientists make incredible new discoveries for a more prosperous future. Young scientists and engineers are proving to be at the forefront of their fields and hold the key to our future development and way of life. The University of Adelaide Faculty of Sciences Science and Technology Award honours the people behind these intelligent and visionary achievements.
	AGL Regional Initiative Award Australia's a Nation that's constantly growing and changing. Young Australians are helping their local communities to achieve this by developing primary industries, manufacturing, tourism and employment opportunities. They're helping to ensure sustainability and promote positive images of regional Australia. The AGL Regional Initiative Award acknowledges and rewards those young Australians who are helping to reshape and inspire their local communities.
	Office for Youth Outstanding Young Indigenous Achiever Award Young Indigenous people today need positive peer leaders to pave the way for a stronger community. It is these dedicated young Indigenous people who hold the key for future generations. The Office for Youth Outstanding Young Indigenous Achiever Award is to acknowledge and congratulate the commitment in achieving excellence.
	RAA Driving Force Leadership Award A driving force, ambition, tenacity and leadership qualities are the key ingredients in the “making” of young community leaders and contributors. These young leaders will be at the forefront of community contribution in any field of endeavour and may have overcome significant difficulty, adversity or hardship to achieve excellent outcomes and raise pride in our state. They may simply be putting their heart and sole into making South Australia a better place. The Driving Force Leadership Award will acknowledge young role models who through their driving force, pave the way for others to follow.