Community Achievement Awards Australia

31/12/2024

As we step into 2025, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible contributions that strengthen and inspire our communities.

Here’s to a year of new opportunities, continued achievements, and celebrating the people who make a difference.

Wishing you a joyful and successful New Year from the Community Achievement Awards Team! 🥂

24/12/2024

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from the Community Achievement Awards! ✨🎄

This festive season, we’re celebrating the incredible individuals, groups, and organisations that make our communities brighter and stronger.

May your holidays be filled with joy, gratitude, and the warmth of community spirit. Thank you for all you do to make a difference!

19/12/2024

We love seeing community spirit on display!

A beautiful act of kindness from a stranger.

‘My children are actually going to have a great Christmas, thank you to all these people.’

16/12/2024

13/12/2024

A huge thank you to all our incredible sponsors who made the 7NEWS Community Achievement Awards Gala Dinner possible! 🌟 Your support helps us celebrate and recognise the amazing achievements of individuals and groups across Victoria. 💛

Thank you:
7NEWS Melbourne
The Weekly Times
Pullman Melbourne On The Park
Regional Development Victoria
Fonterra
Nectre Fireplaces
Konica Minolta Australia
Best's Wines - Great Western
Awards Australia
The Career College
Michael Coppola Photographics
EP Group
Ol-Arey Events
Australian Academy of Modelling
Urban Alley Brewery

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Awards Australia Foundation Mental Health and Wellbeing Award, Zach Greig!

Zach Greig of Moorabbin is empowering students to become leaders in addressing bullying, discrimination, and harassment in schools. As co-founder of The Stand-Up Project, Zach enhances students' mental health, self-efficacy, and leadership skills. Inspired by his own experiences with bullying and over 20 years in community empowerment, Dr. Greig has developed a program that promotes student-led initiatives to create safer, more inclusive school cultures. Backed by peer-reviewed research, The Stand-Up Project has positively impacted thousands of Victorian students in 2024 alone, earning high praise from students, parents, and teachers. Dr. Greig’s dedication to improving young people’s well-being and transforming school cultures is making a lasting difference.

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Awards Australia Community Group Award, Soap Aid Ltd!

Soap Aid Ltd of Moorabbin is improving lives and advocating for environmental responsibility. Soap Aid is a registered charity and social enterprise tackling the global sanitation crisis and environmental waste through its unique Hotel to Hands program. Since 2012, Soap Aid has partnered with 270 accommodation providers to repurpose discarded soap from hotels into new, hygienic bars. To date, they’ve distributed over 4 million soap bars to vulnerable communities worldwide, reducing hygiene-related illnesses like pneumonia and diarrhea, and saving countless lives. Soap Aid’s efforts have diverted 320 tonnes of soap from landfills, saving 465 tonnes of CO2 emissions. They support health outcomes while promoting hygiene education.

Soap Aid

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Best's Wines - Great Western Tourism and Hospitality Award, Wildlife Coast Cruises!

Wildlife Coast Cruises of Cowes has been a pioneer in eco-tourism. For over 20 years, Wildlife Coast Cruises has been offering unique wildlife and scenic experiences along Victoria's coast. Their diverse range of cruises highlights the region’s natural beauty. Wildlife Coast Cruises has been recognised with three Bass Coast Environmental Sustainability Awards for their leadership in eco-friendly tourism. Their modern catamarans and educational tours draw both domestic and international visitors, contributing to local economies and supporting small businesses in regional areas. Through sustainability initiatives and respect for Indigenous heritage, Wildlife Coast Cruises raises awareness about the importance of preserving natural ecosystems for future generations.

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Konica Minolta Australia Customer Service Award, Twelve South Bridal!

Twelve South Bridal of Yarragon is known for its personalised one-on-one consultations and innovative gown shopping experience. Founded in 2019, Twelve South Bridal offers a curated collection of bridal gowns and accessories from top Australian and international designers. Twelve South has been featured in Vogue and The Lane and earned accolades including finalists in the 2021 Gippsland Business Awards and 2023 Community Achievement Awards. The business also collaborates with the global bridal network, hosting trunk shows and bespoke designs. With its commitment to inclusivity, Twelve South offers a range of gown sizes and price tiers, driving both local economic growth and elevating Victorian bridal fashion globally.

Twelve South Bridal

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Nectre Fireplaces Regional Service Award, Boort District Health!

Boort District Health of Boort is committed to addressing key social and healthcare challenges. Boort District Health successfully implemented initiatives like the Community Kitchen Garden and Healing Garden, promoting wellness and cultural unity. They are accredited under NSQHS and Aged Care Standards, and they spearheaded the Community Home Support Program, providing critical care to vulnerable individuals. They played a vital role in raising awareness of family violence through the 16 Days of Activism and partnered with local organisations for inclusivity events. Their commitment to digital innovation, including QR-based audits, and community workshops for continuous improvement, has enhanced the well-being, social engagement, and resilience of Boort's diverse populations.

Boort District Health

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Fonterra Agriculture Award, Nikki Davey!

Nikki Davey promotes community resilience and sustainability. Nikki is co-founder of Grown Not Flown, has made a significant impact on the global flower farming industry by creating a digital marketplace connecting over 2,000 small-scale growers with consumers across 37 countries. Nikki promotes sustainable agriculture, reduces flower miles, and increases visibility for local farmers. Her educational workshops support farmers with vital skills in business and agriculture. She was named the 2023 AgriFutures Rural Women of the Year, and her work continues to inspire sustainable farming practices and local commerce. Her "Grow it Forward" campaign helped flood-affected farmers in NSW and QLD recover.

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Regional Development Victoria Leadership and Innovation Award, Heather Baird!

Heather Baird of Dutson is dedicated to creating lasting change for vulnerable families in Victoria. Heather established A Better Life for Foster Kids in 2014, to support children in foster care. In 2023, she delivered 1,700 Crisis Cases valued at $637,500 and provided over 6,000 Christmas gifts to 2,014 children. Heather also offers vital advocacy and trauma-informed training for carers, facilitating community dinners and events to foster connection and support. She mobilises community resources, partnering with over 450 organisations to provide essential items sustainably. Heather’s commitment to empowering both children and carers has significantly improved outcomes in the out-of-home care system.

13/12/2024

🏆 Congratulations to the Winner of the Regional Development Victoria Business Achievement Award, AirAgri!

AirAgri of Goughs Bay is improving farm management, contributing to its long-term sustainability and success. Founded by brothers Paul and James Diamond, AirAgri designed an innovative digital platform to protect farmers and teams. Utilising satellite technology, real-time tracking, and automated safety tools like emergency alerts and digital farm maps, AirAgri addresses the unique challenges of remote farming. Their offline mobile app ensures accessibility even without internet, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency. AirAgri's solutions are trusted by over 300 farms across Australia, offering critical support in emergencies and promoting a safer, more efficient agricultural environment. In 2023, they received the WorkSafe Award for Farm Safety.

13/12/2024

🎉✨ Congratulations to the People's Choice Winner - Pop Choir! ✨🎉
You’ve been voted the #1 favourite among all the finalists and have won an incredible $500 Woolworths voucher!

A huge thank you to everyone who voted and supported these amazing achievers.