Join us for the 2026 Parks and Leisure Australia Queensland Awards of Excellence, the premier celebration of innovation, leadership, and outstanding achievement across the parks, leisure, and recreation industry. The event will take place on Friday, 31 July from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, at The Precinct, 315 Brunswick St Mall, Fortitude Valley
As part of this exciting event, attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in our special workshop, Planning for Your Olympic and Paralympic Legacy, hosted by Phil Wishart, General Manager Government Relations and Stakeholder Engagement at Paralympics Australia.
Hear from an outstanding lineup of presenters, including representatives from Paralympics Australia, Alex Anasson, Skate Australia, and Kate Ryan and Adam Page, Logan City Council, who will share insights on creating lasting community impact through sport, recreation, and major event legacies.
Connect with industry leaders, celebrate excellence, and gain valuable knowledge to help shape the future of our sector.
ABOUT THE AWARDS
Each year, PLA acknowledges excellence in our industry through its prestigious Awards of Excellence. These annual awards recognise and celebrate the outstanding initiatives and innovative efforts of ‘The People Behind the Places,’ which promote the wise use of leisure time for a multitude of social, environmental, and economic benefits to the community. It’s a celebration of those who contribute to creating vibrant, healthy, and inclusive spaces for all.
As a regional award winner, you become a National finalist and are invited to attend the National Awards of Excellence gala dinner.
View the QLD Nominees
Submissions across all categories can be viewed here.
- Community Based Initiative of the Year
- Environment and Sustainability Initiative
- Strategic Planning
- Community Facility of the Year
- Park of the Year
- Play space (over) $1m
- Play space (under) $1m
- Regional Industry Initiative
- David Aldous Emerging Leader Award
- Innovation in Parks, Sport and Recreation
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