Community Stewardship Award

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Please note that the ‘Community Stewardship Award’ nominations will close 2 June 2025.

Introduction

The ‘Community Stewardship Award’ recognises an individual, agribusiness, or industry body that has demonstrated a strong commitment to community stewardship in North Queensland’s agricultural sector.(Mackay to Hinchinbrook). Whether through environmental initiatives, workforce development, social responsibility, or community engagement, this nominee goes beyond their core business to make a positive and lasting impact on their local community.

Judging

Nominations are judged by an independent panel, with members to be confirmed closer to the event. Judges will be selected to ensure fairness, integrity, and a strong understanding of North Queensland’s agriculture sector.

Judging will be based on the merit of the nominations received and any subsequent information as requested.

The independent judging panel’s decision will be final.

Important Information for Applicants

Before submitting your application, please ensure you have completed all sections of this form and addressed each of the criteria thoroughly. Entries will be assessed on the strength of your responses to the questions below and on the quality and relevance any supporting material provided.

You are invited to nominate yourself or your business, or to put forward another individual or business you believe has made a valuable contribution to North Queensland agriculture. If you are nominating someone else, please complete the nomination form to the best of your knowledge. Bowen Gumlu Growers will inform the nominee of their nomination and assist in finalising the submission if needed.

Please note that this web form cannot be saved mid-way. We strongly recommend preparing your responses in a Word document first. You may then either upload your completed application at the end of this form or copy and paste your answers into the relevant fields below.

A shortlist of five applicants will be selected and recognised at the NQ Growers Gala, where the winner will also be announced. All shortlisted applicants will be notified by 30th June 2025.

For assistance or further enquiries on the Community Stewardship Award, please contact Gillian Russell from Bowen Gumlu Growers Association on 0427 009 929

Nominator Details (your details)

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Entrant Details

This nomination is for:

Agribusiness
Individual
Industry Body

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Tell us about the nominee and their role in North Queensland agriculture.

Is this an individual, agribusiness, or industry group? What do they do, where are they based, and how are they involved in the region’s agricultural sector? Up to 150 words.

How does the nominee support the well-being of people in their community?

Share any programs, events, or actions that promote mental health, education, wellbeing, or community support in farming or rural areas. Up to 150 words.

How is the nominee advocating for North Queensland agriculture or showing leadership in the industry?

Tell us how they help raise the profile of agriculture, speak up for rural issues, or bring the community and industry closer together. Up to 150 words.

Describe how the nominee works with others to strengthen their local community.

This could include partnerships with schools, other farms, local businesses, or community groups to build connections and create opportunities. Up to 150 words.

What long-term benefits has the nominee’s work or support brought to the agricultural community and region as a whole?

Examples may include improved local services, stronger rural economies, youth engagement, or more resilient farming communities. Up to 150 words.

OPTIONAL: Please upload any supporting documents. This could include certifications, photographs or media highlights.

OPTIONAL: Please provide any links to social media accounts or website pages that support your nomination.

A shortlist of five applicants will be selected and recognised at the NQ Growers Gala on the 30th August 2025, where the winner will also be announced. All shortlisted applicants will be notified by 30th June 2025.

All nomination responses will be kept confidential and used solely for judging purposes, with highlights from the five shortlisted entrants featured in the official Gala Awards booklet.

For assistance or further enquiries on the Community Stewardship Award, please contact Gillian Russell from Bowen Gumlu Growers Association on 0427 009 929

Community Stewardship Award