Environment

Nomination criteria 

Outstanding achievement by an individual, group or organisation who has made a significant contribution to the protection and enhancement of the region’s natural environment. 

This includes those who are caring for our native plants and animals, rehabilitating our waterways and coastal areas, raising community awareness and understanding of our environment or undertaking supporting research.

Nominations require 300-500 words addressing assessment criteria. 

Review the entry rules and conditions.

Assessment criteria 

• What work has the nominee done to contribute to the conservation, protection and rehabilitation of the region’s natural environment?
  (List the activities, research, programs, events, or initiatives they’ve delivered or been involved in and who they’ve supported.)
• How has the nominee gone above and beyond what’s expected?
  (Explain how their efforts have helped build community capacity, engagement and participation to respond and adapt to environmental issues and threats - consider the length of service, consistency, and dedication.)
• What impact have their efforts had on the region?
  (Share examples of how they’ve made a real difference - think about how they’ve contributed to furthering the knowledge and understanding of our natural environment, the wise stewardship and the impact this has had.)
• Why do you believe they deserve to be recognised as the Environment recipient?
  (Tell us what makes them truly special and inspiring - think about planning for success including career development for the region’s environmental sector, generosity, leadership, engagement, compassion etc.)

NOTE: If you need assistance completing the form or would prefer an alternative method of nomination other than text (e.g. verbal), please contact us at [email protected] to discuss.