Celebrating YOUth Awards Night

Every year, we celebrate the contributions and achievements of young people in the Yarra Ranges through a youth-led awards night! 

The celebration is hosted by young people and includes: 

• inspiring speeches and personal stories
• performances
• presentations
• food
• a visit by the Mayor! 

Nominations are now open for 2026! 

Eligibility 

To be eligible for an award, the nominee/s must: 

• be aged between 12 and 25 years
• either live, work, study or volunteer in Yarra Ranges

You can nominate an individual or a group for an award. Friends, family or a professional can make a nomination, or you can even nominate yourself! We contact all nominees before the event.

Our assessment panel decides the award winners after nominations have closed. There is one winner and one honourable mention per category!

Each award recipient receives a gift, voucher and certificate for their achievement. All nominees are also recognised during the celebration.

Nominations close October 2026

Fill in a nomination form 

Award categories

Category	Description
Resilience & Perseverance	A group or individual who has shown character and persevered in a time of great challenge.
Young Entrepreneur	A group or individual who has shown resourcefulness, creative thinking and ambition by starting a small business or project.
Arts, Music & Culture	A group or individual pursuing their passion for creative arts, music or culture.
School or Community Improvement	A group or individual who has given time and energy to activities that positively impact their school or community.
Passionate Advocate	A group or individual who advocates for and creates awareness on an issue they strongly believe in.

More information 

For any questions, please Contact our Youth Team.

Celebrating YOUth Awards Night is supported by the Victorian Government through the Engage! Program.