Finalists have been announced for the first City of Logan People’s Excellence Awards, with winners to be revealed at a ceremony next month.
Logan City Council will present 17 awards across six categories, recognising achievements in sport, arts and heritage, business, community service, innovation and environmental leadership. A Mayor’s Excellence Award will also be handed to an individual judged to have made an outstanding contribution to the city.
Mayor Jon Raven said the judging panel faced tough decisions after receiving a strong field of nominations.
“This day is about the people who give back and help make Logan a great place to live,” he said.
Finalists include community groups, schools, sporting clubs, volunteers and local businesses.
Artist award finalists in the arts and heritage category are Chloe Wigg and Dr Nicola Hooper, while Ali Strachan and Louise Wheatley are in the running for the Creative Contribution Award.
Assorted Grains Inc and Buddha’s Light International Association of QLD have been nominated for the cultural impact award.
Environmental nominees include Rachel Hughes and Tony Sharp for the eco champion award, with Park Ridge State High School’s Ignite Teachers program and Substation33 shortlisted for eco community organisation.
In innovation, Impact Care Services and Kendra Clarke are finalists for the learning and health award, while Substation33 and Youth Enterprise Trust have been recognised in the local enterprise award.
The social impact category features Danny Heke, Melinda Hartley and Zakaria Amin for community advocate, alongside Aunty Faith Green, Galia Rose and Nicky Pati for health and wellbeing advocate.
Five Bridges Ltd, Kingston East Neighbourhood Group and TransitCare are finalists for support services.
In sport, Jamie Hain, Phillip Hermitage and Te Aoturoa Pirangi-Pokaia are up for Athlete of the Year, while Logan Roos Football Club and SSI Multicultural Sports Club are among those recognised for contribution to sport.
Volunteer awards acknowledge groups such as Underwood Scouts Den and individuals including Gail Harrower and Lawrie Knauth.
Winners will be announced at an invitation-only event on March 21. Nominations for the 2027 awards are expected to open in May next year.
