TASMANIA

Tasmanian Young Achiever Awards

To see a Snapshot of the Awards categories, check out the video below:

Awards Australia Foundation Connecting Communities Award

The Awards Australia Foundation is passionate about connecting with and supporting communities right across the country to create a brighter future.

The Awards Australia Foundation Connecting Communities Award celebrates young individuals or groups that use innovative or new technology to drive grassroots, ‘real life’ initiatives that demonstrate genuine engagement and add long-term value to local communities.

These initiatives may meet a specific need or simply be a fun way to celebrate being part of a community. This includes fostering a strong sense of community spirit and enhancing the way people connect within the community.

The Connecting Communities Award is open to individuals, or a group of two or more young people. Nominees for group nominations must be able to demonstrate that those leading the group and driving the initiative, 30 years of age or under, as per the Conditions of Entry.

Provide a brief background and history of the group and key participants, and how their initiative is “Connecting Communities”.
Outline the short and long term goals of the group and their achievements to date.
Demonstrate how technology, data or innovation has played a part in the community initiative:
a) In planning
b) In the way the project is delivered
c) In the way the project is received (by participants/community)
Demonstrate the value of the initiative to the local community. You can use media clippings, testimonials, photos (provide links or utilise the Attachments section) as well as commentary to respond.
Provide details of any challenges and/or obstacles that have had to be overcome and how this has been achieved.
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made. This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

Bean and Leaf Small Business Achiever Award

Many young Tasmanians have successfully started or are operating their own small businesses and are making important economic, environmental and social contributions to Tasmania. Creative businesses, franchises, and commercial ventures provide opportunities for growth, productivity, leadership, training, and employment. These entrepreneurs are contributing to the wider industry, giving back to the community, or giving others an opportunity to grow and succeed.

The Bean and Leaf Small Business Award is a sincere acknowledgement of the dedication, creativity and strength shown by our young business leaders. Operating a small business comes with challenges and opportunities, however the ability to energetically and passionately succeed in business whilst being profitable, supporting the community, and making an impact for this beautiful island state is an amazing achievement.

Provide a brief background of the business and description of product/service.
Provide examples of activities the nominee has undertaken to advance the business, franchise or commercial venture.
Outline the contribution to the local and wider community; and benefits to Tasmania.
Has the nominee had any recent business achievements or performance success.
Source of funding, grants and budgets (if applicable).
Barriers or difficulties the nominee has faced and how they have been overcome.
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made. This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

Heather & Christopher Chong Community Service & Volunteering Award

The Heather & Christopher Chong Community Service & Volunteering Award applauds young individuals who have made an outstanding contribution and have positively impacted the lives of others and their community. This Award covers all aspects of community service and volunteering including (but not restricted to) youth at risk, the homeless and disadvantaged, improving the environment, emergency services and aged care. Nominees are community service workers or young volunteers who, through exceptional leadership demonstrate initiative beyond what is expected of them.

This Award acknowledges those who are energetically and passionately getting involved in their community and making a difference.

Please outline the individual’s contribution to the community
Who and how many have benefited and what impact has been made
Length of service and commitment, hours of commitment (outline if paid/voluntary)
Barriers and difficulties and how they have been overcome
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made.
This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

Home Base Courage to Grow Award

The Home Base 'Courage to Grow Award' celebrates young people who have walked a myriad of paths to reach their goals. It applauds those who have had to go above and beyond to create connections and grow into their full potential.

This award recognises the courage of young people who have had to overcome barriers to achieve their housing, health, employment, and educational goals. They have had to deal with whatever is going on in their lives, all while finding opportunities to live a good life. They have created a better future for themselves by breaking into the workforce through undertaking further education, upskilling, gaining valuable experience in the workplace by volunteering, completing a traineeship/internship, vocational education and training.

Outline the training and/or education of the nominee
Description of work placements and the skills learnt
Barriers or difficulties and how they have been overcome
What are your career and study achievements to date?
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made.
This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

MAIB Excellence in Leadership Award

The MAIB Excellence in Leadership Award recognises young people showing strong leadership ability, thinking creatively and acting decisively. Many young people in our community help motivate and inspire others to aim high. Across community groups, business, government, education, health and emergency services, effective young leaders are emerging by displaying initiative, innovation, a desire for personal development and a commitment to excellence. Their positive approach to life and their influential and outstanding contributions to driving change and making a difference within our society are a credit to themselves and their communities. The MAIB Excellence in Leadership Award gives special recognition to honour, celebrate and encourage youth leadership.

Contribution and interests in the local and wider community and benefits to Tasmania.
Outline initiative and innovation planning, management and leadership.
Goal setting and direction of individual or group/organisation/club.
Outline how you provide support and encourage other individuals or group members.
Outline the commitment to personal development and further education.
Discuss barriers encountered and how they have been overcome.
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made. This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

Mental Health Council of Tasmania Mental Health and Wellbeing Award

Mental health is more than just the absence of mental illness. It is something that all Tasmanians should consider how they build and nurture, not just something to be treated. The Mental Health Council of Tasmania (MHCT), as the peak body representing the mental health and wellbeing needs of all Tasmanians, wants to acknowledge the contributions of individuals striving to improve the mental health and wellbeing in their community and across the state.

The Mental Health Council of Tasmania Mental Health and Wellbeing Award is open to all Tasmanians, whether you are in a paid or volunteer position, research or service provider, assisting in the pathways to mental wellness. This Award is to showcase the importance of mental health and wellbeing for all, reduce stigma, and promote the benefits of prevention and early intervention as a way to build and nurture positive mental health and wellbeing across our state.

Provide a brief overview of the nominee’s position/service/initiative
Outline your contribution & commitment to mental health and wellbeing
Who has benefited and what outcomes have been achieved?
Outline your community involvement (Number of hours contributed, paid and/or unpaid)
Discuss any barriers and how they have been overcome (if relevant)
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made. This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

Motors Tasmania Sports Award

Tasmania has a proud and rich history of World Class success on the International sporting stage. Admired for their talent, commitment and dedication in pursuit of excellence; the Motors Tasmania Sports award aims to recognise outstanding performances of Young Tasmanian athletes at International Junior, Youth or under 23 class level. In recognising their achievements the Motors Tasmania Sports Award also acknowledges the athlete’s contribution to their sport and the Tasmanian sporting Community

Summary of outstanding performance/s at international Junior/Youth/Under 23 class level
Summary of representing Australia at international Junior/Youth/Under 23 class level
Contribution to the athlete’s sport and the Tasmanian sporting community
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made.
This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

Raw Strength Sports in the Community Award

The Raw Strength Sports in the Community Award will recognise young Tasmanians that have demonstrated dedication, morality, good sportsmanship and a contribution to building the Tasmanian sporting community. Engaging in sports is a fundamental aspect of our cultural essence, uniting us and promoting the formation of admirable role models and inclusive social connections.

The Raw Strength Sports in the Community Award acknowledges and supports the ambition and hard work of our athletes, coaches and sports administrators. Whether it’s competing, coaching, administration or education, this Award seeks to applaud an individual’s talent, community contribution and to recognise their commitment in the pursuit of excellence.

Outline the nominee’s sporting or career achievements
Detail the nominee’s commitment to personal development
Contribution to the community - impact on the community, promotion of sport and/or associated groups
Barriers or difficulties overcome, if relevant
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made. This summary will be used for all media purposes
and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

Spirit of Tasmania Tourism and Hospitality Award

Tasmania is renowned for warmly welcoming visitors to experience its exceptional range of cultural events and festivals, food and wine and stunning natural environments. There are so many young Tasmanians working in the industry who are passionate about creating exceptional experiences for visitors to the state.

The Spirit of Tasmania Tourism and Hospitality Award acknowledges the work of these young people and applauds their contribution to outstanding service, innovation and their commitment to growing the Tasmanian visitor economy.

Provide a brief overview of the business/organisation and the nominee’s position/role.
Detail how has the individual made an overall impact on the business or organisation? (Please include examples of where the nominee has displayed management, leadership, innovation skills above and beyond what is required.)
Describe how has the nominee made a positive and lasting impact to the broader industry in the past 12 months?
Provide examples of the nominee’s commitment to providing exceptional customer service?
How does the nominee’s contribution showcase Tasmania as a destination of choice?
Outline how the nominee’s activities contribute to the local and wider community; and benefits to Tasmania.
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made. This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

St Lukes Healthier Communities Award

The St Lukes Healthier Communities Award will recognise young Tasmanian individuals who are dedicated to those in need of health and wellbeing services within their local communities. There are many who passionately and selflessly provide support, guidance, encouragement, assistance, innovation or professional services within the health sector.

The St Lukes Healthier Communities award acknowledges the services, efforts, actions and positive input provided by health and community service professionals, volunteers and carers. These individuals create a sense of community spirit, which plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life of those who depend on them.

Outline your contribution & commitment to health and wellbeing
Who has benefited and what outcomes have been achieved?
Outline your community involvement
Number of hours contributed, paid and/or unpaid
Discuss any barriers and how they have been overcome (if relevant)
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made.
This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.

TADPAC Print Service to the Disability Sector Award

There are many young individuals in our community who are dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of people who are living with a disability.

This award acknowledges volunteers, employed staff and young people that have a disability who are making an outstanding contribution to empower and support people living with a disability.

The TADPAC Print Service to the Disability Sector Award will recognise these amazing and inspirational young individuals who are changing the lives of those who are living with a disability.

Outline the nominee’s contribution to the disability sector and whether the contribution is paid or unpaid
List details of the community organisations, individuals or services that the nominee is involved with. Please outline their role(s), activities and time spent
Outline any barriers or difficulties that the nominee has faced and how they have been overcome. These may be physical, emotional, social, financial, or any other barriers.
Any other awards or recognition received
In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise your nomination; highlighting your achievements and impacts made.
This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.