Young Citizen of the Year 2023Georgia Joy Studying humanities at university, Georgia was named our Young Citizen of the Year for their work and support with people with autism.
Award for Active Citizenship 2023Zelmai Ayubi Zelmai Ayubi and his daughter, owners of Parwana Afghan Kitchen, organised several fundraising dinners to help galvanise support for those remaining in Afghanistan.
Civic Award 2023Bill Gonis OAM - award accepted by son Peter The late Bill Gonis played a vital role in mobilising the Greek-Australian community to help Greece in the aftermath of a deadly fire in 2018 by helping to establish a community relief fund.
Civic Award 2023Kevin Richardson, Principal Immanuel College Kevin Richardson has been recognised at both State and National level for his dedicated work with the Indigenous community.
Business Award 2023BL Shipway and Co - David Shipway BL Shipway and Co employs 40 staff and supports many not-for-profit organisations including Bedford Industries, Can:Do 4Kids and Youth Opportunities.
Business Award 2023Mighty Good Entertainment - Malcolm Harslett In 2023, Star Theatres became the home of Mighty Good Talent School, which has celebrated 44 years of teaching more than 36,000 students in the disciplines of acting, singing and dancing.
Business Award 2023Seon Do Kwan Martial Arts - Mario Lappas Mario ensures that all members, regardless of ability or gender, have the opportunity to take part in classes; adjusting his teaching style to suit individual needs.
Community Group Award 2023 Operation Flinders For outstanding voluntary contributions to the community of West Torrens.
Community Group Award 2023Plympton International College A group of 15 students from Years 8 - 12 have taken it upon themselves to be wellbeing ambassadors, supporting other students at the College, as well as further afield in West Torrens.
Environment Award 2023 - Immanuel College Year 6 Primary Years Program Students held a symposium in 2022 which highlighted how simple, responsible actions could positively impact climate change at a global level.
Community Service Award 2023Dmitry Martincic For outstanding contributions to the West Torrens community.