Healthy Planet Award

Outstanding contribution by an individual, group or partnership that has achieved outstanding environmental conservation outcomes for the Sunshine Coast community

Nominations are now CLOSED. Any nominations received from 5pm, Tuesday 30 April 2024 will be ineligible.

Healthy Planet sponsored by the University of the Sunshine Coast  

Nomination criteria 

Outstanding contribution by an individual, group or partnership that has achieved outstanding environmental conservation outcomes Sunshine Coast Biosphere community. Nominations require 300-500 words addressing assessment criteria. 

Assessment criteria 

Demonstrated achievement in one or more of the following: 

  • encouraging and fostering community connections with and stewardship of our land and waters
  • facilitating opportunities for First Nations leadership and knowledge sharing to preserve, value and celebrate cultural histories, and the Sunshine Coast's natural character and amenity 
  • nature positive practices - outcomes that aid in sustainable land management practices, biodiversity conservation and ecosystem rehabilitation, and innovative research or technology for preserving biodiversity
  • caring for the environment through waste minimisation, recovery and reuse of materials, and assist in litter prevention 
  • caring for the environment through water conservation and improving water quality 
  • contributing to a low carbon community.

Review the 2024 awards entry rules.