9 Award Categories
To reflect the challenges that the industry has faced over the past 18 months, the Clubs & Community categories have been reviewed. New categories - Bushfire Support, COVID-19 Community Assistance and Drought Relief - and a revised Heart of the Community are highlighted below.
Clubs and their own community partners are invited to submit stories within these core community value categories. Where possible, example entries/stories are available to view.
Clubs and their own community partners are invited to submit stories within these core community value categories. Where possible, example entries/stories are available to view.
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Value |
Arts & Culture Recognising club achievements in delivering arts and cultural initiatives in the community – including the celebration of Indigenous culture, the presentation of literature, multimedia, film, visual and performing arts, and public programming including festivals and events. |
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Bushfire Support Recognising the generosity and resourcefulness of clubs in providing assistance to their communities throughout the devastating bushfires. |
NEW Category |
Clubs in Collaboration Recognising the combined efforts of clubs that have rallied together to support their surrounding communities in a variety of causes. |
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COVID-19 Community Assistance Recognising clubs that have implemented innovative and creative strategies, and activities to support their communities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. |
NEW Category |
Drought Relief Recognising the leadership and compassion of clubs that have supported drought relief and provided assistance to affected communities. |
NEW Category |
Education Recognising educational and vocational advances that enhance the lives of those living in the community. |
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Fostering Grassroots Sport Recognising encouragement of sport through the provision of facilities, training programs, financial support and/or the contribution of club staff to assist sporting groups. |
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Health & Wellbeing Recognising approaches to sustain and improve quality health and wellbeing in the community, including aiding mental health, domestic violence support, responsible gambling initiatives, aged care and clinical support, assisting special needs and Indigenous programs. |
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Heart of the Community Recognising and celebrating an individual in the club industry who goes above and beyond, providing an extraordinary contribution to the community. Entry is open to club employees, directors and club members. |
REVISED Category |