
Recognising and celebrating the extraordinary ways Australia’s universities and the people within them shape our nation.
People’s choice voting now open
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 18 outstanding finalists shortlisted in the 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.
Entries
112
Finalists
18
Votes
264
224
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392
575
230
168
2056
2040
178
2031
140
131
436
266
2030
124
Meet the judges
The finalists
People’s choice voting ends in:
Entries open
20 September 2023
Entries close
5pm AEDT, 20 November 2023
People’s choice is now open
29 November 2023
Winners announced
27 February 2024
Meet the judges
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