QUEENSLAND
7NEWS Young Achiever Awards QLD
The Awards Australia Foundation is passionate about connecting with and supporting communities right across the country to create a brighter future.
- 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 planningb) In the way the project is deliveredc) 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.
Tenacity, dedication, passion, selflessness and confidence are the key qualities of those amazing young people who are the “leaders” and driving force in our communities. These young people are at the forefront of achievement and community contribution in their work or field of endeavour.
They may have implemented change within their group, business or organisation that has altered the way people think and perform for the better. They may be leading, and driving those around them on a journey of achievement or improvement. They may have overcome difficulty, adversity or hardship to achieve excellent outcomes and raise pride in the community and our state. Whether it is in sales, customer service, their employment or trade or community contribution, the Awards Australia Leadership Award acknowledges young people who set an example through their leadership and drive, paving the way for others to follow.
How has the nominee demonstrated leadership, and what qualities make them an effective leader?
What specific achievements and positive outcomes has the nominee accomplished through their leadership?
Describe any significant challenges the nominee has faced and how they’ve overcome them.
How has the nominee’s leadership positively impacted their community, and who specifically has benefited?
What long-term impact or legacy do the nominee’s leadership efforts create?
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.
- What contributions have you made to your local community and the wider community?
- How have these contributions and achievements benefited the community? (ie: improvements in physical, emotional, intellectual and/or spiritual wellbeing)
- Have you been a leader or a role model in the community? If so, how has your role benefited your community?
- How has your education, training and/or employment (if applicable) enabled you give back to your community?
- What successes and cultural achievements have you had?
- Outline any barriers you have had to overcome.
- What are your plans and goals for the future?
- 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.
This award recognises Young Australians who’re pursuing their careers with passion and vitality, showing motivation, drive and determination to succeed in their chosen field of work or interest.
Whether they are striving to ascend a corporate ladder, progressing from apprentice to workshop manager, or have a focus on proactivity and innovation in the workplace, the award recognises those that are showing that career success can start, and grow through work in any role.
The Konica Minolta Career Achievement Award promotes innovation, high achievement, hard work, leadership, and a desire for self-improvement. The award also recognises career work that includes or benefits the nominee’s local or wider community.
The Award will reward those who make the most of their opportunities and seeks information from the nominee in regard to;
- Background of Career profile
- Has the nominee shown creativity, innovation, entrepreneurial skills?
- Examples of initiative, planning, management and leadership
- Outline any personal development
- Length/sustainability of position
- Describe any community participation, involvement and contribution
- 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.
- Outline the Nominee’s early career background (e.g. current role and industry, prior work experience, interests and skills, career path, etc.) and provide details on how they are actively in an apprenticeship, traineeship, workplace-based learning program, internship, or cadetship.
- Provide examples of how the nominee has demonstrated a strong commitment to learning, upskilling, or gaining hands-on experience.
- Why is the Nominee a “Skills Champion” (e.g. how have they excelled in their role)? Describe any qualities have they displayed: initiative, work ethic, willingness to learn, etc.?
- Has the nominee made a meaningful contribution to their workplace, industry, or community?
- Describe any challenges or difficulties the nominee has encountered and how they have been, or are being 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.
The Queensland Family and Child Commission exists to ensure every Queensland child is loved, respected, and has their rights upheld. We celebrate and promote the achievements of young people and families, reinforcing their role in shaping their communities and amplifying their positive contributions to Queensland.
The Contribution to Community or Family Safety Award acknowledges a young person who is demonstrating leadership through their work to protect the rights, safety and wellbeing of children and their families.
Sharing the stories of young people contributing to community or family safety is an important step towards our future vision where youth participation is embedded across systems, enabling leadership, building capacity, and ensuring children and their families are recognised as valued partners in Queensland’s future.
Provide some background details about the nominee and their contribution to community or family safety.
What specific outcomes and successes has the nominee achieved or been involved with, to improve the safety and wellbeing of children and young people?
Who has benefited from the nominee’s work?
- Outline if the nominee’s work is voluntary, or in a paid role.
Describe any challenges or difficulties the nominee has encountered and importantly, 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.
The Queensland Family and Child Commission supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children to grow up strong in their identity, culture, and community, free from systemic racism and discrimination. We recognise the rich and resilient cultures that continue to sustain and strengthen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
The Contribution to Community or Family Safety Award (First Nations) acknowledges a young First Nations person who is making a significant contribution towards child, family and community safety by promoting, celebrating and enabling connection to kin, Country and culture.
Children and young people are central to First Nations sovereign communities. By showing leadership in strengthening culture to enhance inclusivity across diverse communities, through reviving culture and language, the wellbeing and safety of all children, families and communities is improved.
Provide some background details about the nominee and their contribution to community or family safety.
What specific outcomes and successes has the nominee achieved or been involved with, to improve the safety and wellbeing of children and young people?
Who has benefited from the nominee’s work?
Outline if the nominee’s work is voluntary, or in a paid role.
Describe any challenges or difficulties the nominee has encountered and importantly, 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.
Young Queenslanders are stepping up to make a difference in their communities and beyond. The UQ Create Change Award recognises those who are leading the charge, driving activities, programs and initiatives that create real, lasting impact. This award celebrates the commitment, creativity and courage it takes to empower positive change, whether that's in your local community, across Australia, or around the world.
- Outline the program, project or initiative your nominee has led or been significantly involved in
- What impact have they achieved? Share the specific outcomes and successes that demonstrate lasting impact.
- Who has benefited from this work?
- Why does this matter? What gap or need does their initiative address?
- What challenges have they overcome along the way?
- How has their education, training or learning experiences equipped them to create this impact?
- 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.
Turosi Food Solutions believes quality food starts on the farm and continues all the way to your plate, so we are very excited to introduce the Turosi Food Solutions Food Industry Innovation and Excellence Award! This award will acknowledge the next generation of Queenslanders that are bringing new ideas and a focus on areas of food safety, quality, innovation and excellence in the food industry. These young people are motivated, displaying leadership and making big impacts in the industry, and/or the wider community.
Nominees for this award can be involved in any area of the food and agriculture fields or study, including: food processing, agricultural croppings, animals, hospitality research, trade and more.
Giving back is in our culture, so the Turosi Food Solutions Innovation and Excellence Award presents an opportunity for us to acknowledge the next generation, who play a part in shaping our farming and agricultural community in Queensland.
- Provide background information on the nominee, for example how they got started in the industry, any achievements, self-development/training, etc.
- Outline how the nominee is demonstrating contribution in one of the areas of “Food Safety” and “Quality” OR Contributing to “Innovation” and “excellence” in another aspect in the food industry.
- Describe the nominee’s contribution to the food industry and/or wider community.
- Has the nominee faced any challenges or difficulties and if so, how they have been overcome?
- In 25 words (2-3 sentences), please summarise the nomination; highlighting achievements and impacts made. This summary will be used for all media purposes and onstage presentations at the gala dinner.