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Recognising and celebrating the extraordinary ways Australia’s universities and the people within them shape our nation.
2023 Shaping Australia Awards
Australia’s universities are extraordinary places, full of bright and passionate individuals who drive new ideas, initiatives and projects that help shape our nation.
Through research and development, the education of skilled workers and community service, universities improve the lives of all Australians, regardless of their education background.
We’re delighted to showcase 7 outstanding winners in the 2023 Shaping Australia Awards across the following categories:
The Problem Solver Award
Recognises an individual or a team’s work or research that has changed or has the potential to change the lives of Australians for the better.
The Future Builder Award
Recognises an individual or a team that has gone over and above to equip their students with the knowledge and skills they need to make a positive impact.
The Community Champion Award
Recognises an individual, team or university with strong links to its community and the people who call it home, not just those who attend the institution.
Entires
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Finalists
18
Votes
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Meet the judges
2023 Shaping Australia Awards winners
2023 Shaping Australia Awards is now closed.
We will open later this year for 2024. Stay tuned.
2023 Shaping Australia Awards is now closed.
Entries open
20 September 2023
Entries close
5pm AEDT, 20 November 2023
People’s choice is now closed
29 November 2023
Winners announced
27 February 2024
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