The CBR Sport Awards’ Minister’s Award finalists for Innovation, Inclusion and Event Excellence have been announced by Minister for Sport and Recreation, Yvette Berry.
The Minister said the CBR Sports Awards were an annual opportunity to celebrate the local champions who contribute to Canberra’s vibrant sporting community – from the “quiet achievers” to elite athletes and local sporting organisations.
“Finalists have been selected for the Minister’s Awards which recognise outstanding programs and activities delivered for the community. Congratulations to the nine finalists – I look forward to announcing the winners at the Awards event,” said Ms Berry.
The finalists for each category are:
Minister’s Award – Inclusion
- Canberra Region Rugby League – The Score Raiders Program
- Table Tennis ACT – Diversity and Inclusion
- Royal Life Saving ACT – Swim My Way
Minister’s Award – Innovation
- Triathlon ACT – Young Women Leadership Program
- Capital Football – Walking Football
- Tennis ACT – Various Initiatives
Minister’s Award – Event Excellence
- Table Tennis ACT – 2019 ACT Open
- Dragon Boat ACT – 2019 Australian Dragon Boat Championships
- Cricket ACT – Canberra South Cross Kookaburra Cup
“As part of the People’s Sporting Champion vote, community members were asked to nominate their favourite club or school to be in a draw to win $5,000,” said Ms Berry.
“Congratulations to the Canberra Croquet Club who were drawn at random from these nominations as the winner of the $5,000 prize.
CBR Sport Awards winners, including the People’s Sporting Champion, will be announced at the awards ceremony at the National Arboretum Canberra on 29 November.
More information about the CBR Sport Awards can be accessed via this PS News link.
