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SUMMARY:NSW/ACT: 2026 Awards of Excellence Gala Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2026 Parks and Leisure Australia NSW/ACT Awards of Excellence Gala Dinner \, the premier celebration of innovation\, leadership\, and achievement across the parks\, leisure\, and recreation industry.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHeld at the iconic Sydney Masonic Centre on Thursday\, 25 June 2026\, this prestigious event brings together industry professionals\, councils\, and community leaders for a night of celebration\, connection\, and recognition. \nEnjoy an elegant evening of fine dining\, drinks\, entertainment\, and dancing as we honour the outstanding individuals and projects shaping vibrant\, healthy\, and inclusive communities across NSW and ACT. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDress Code: Cocktail – Dress to Impress! \nThis is the highlight of the regional calendar\, an inspiring evening recognising “The People Behind the Places” and the incredible contributions they make to communities throughout the region. \nTicket sales close Monday\, 15 June 2026. Secure your place early to avoid missing out. \nTables of 8 are available. To book a full table\, complete all tickets in one order and select “Pay on Invoice” at checkout. \n \nAbout the Awards\nEach year\, Parks and Leisure Australia proudly recognises excellence across the industry through the prestigious Awards of Excellence program. These awards celebrate the outstanding initiatives\, innovative projects\, and dedicated professionals\, “The People Behind the Places”\, who create meaningful social\, environmental\, and economic benefits for communities through parks\, leisure\, and recreation. \nFrom inspiring public spaces to innovative community programs\, the Awards of Excellence honour those shaping vibrant\, healthy\, and inclusive environments for people of all ages and abilities. \nWinning at the regional level also provides the opportunity to progress to the national stage\, with regional winners becoming National finalists and invited to attend the National Awards of Excellence Gala Dinner in Melbourne on Tuesday 1st December \nPlease visit the dedicated Awards of Excellence webpage for further details. \nMeet your host | Brad Tywnham\n \nBrad is a proud Aboriginal Man of Garigal Descent and has a Global Consulting Practice in the area of leadership\, technology and innovation and operates at the intersection of where humanity meets technology. \nView the NSW/ACT nominees\nSubmissions across all categories can be viewed here. \n\nCommunity Based Initiative of the Year\nEnvironment and Sustainability Initiative\nStrategic Planning\nCommunity Facility of the Year\nPark of the Year\nPlay space (over) $1m\nPlay space (under) $1m\nResearch Impact\nDavid Aldous Emerging Leader Award\nInnovation in Parks\, Sport and Recreation\n\nSponsorship opportunities\nNSWACT AOE Prospectus \n 
URL:https://parksleisure.com.au/event/nsw-act-2026-awards-of-excellence-gala-dinner/
LOCATION:Sydney Masonic Centre\, 66 Goulburn Street\, Sydney\, NSW\, 2000\, Australia
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