NSW/ACT Awards Submissions

Outdoors NSW & ACT and Members

The AOK program clearly had a significant impact on young people. Participants displayed increased motivation for active recreation following participation. Once engaged in active recreation, they are more likely to be motivated to continue participating. Overall, the AOK program experience fostered personal growth in participants. In addition provided a boost for businesses in NSW to showcase their offerings to their local community, with the aim of continuing participation. We identified barriers to ongoing participation but resilience was was a key attribute developed by participants.

Tweed Shire Council

The Uki Mountain Bike Park is a must do experience in the Northern NSW region, created by Tweed Shire Council and the Tweed Valley Mountain Bike Riders. The Bike Park is FREE to use and accessible by all ages and abilities. The Park includes 8 mountain bike trails with beginner, medium and difficult levels as well as a pump track specifically designed for kids. With the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Warning (Wollumbin) National Park and rural setting, it is a significant contributor to regional recreation and leisure facilities in the area.

Lismore City Council

The "Opening Our Heart" 2023 initiative in Lismore commemorated the community's resilience a year after the devastating flood of February 2022. Among the series of events, the Legends of the Game 20/20 Cricket Picnic Day stood out, drawing 4200 attendees from Lismore and neighbouring areas. Its immense popularity and positive reception have led to plans for it to become an annual event. This initiative contributed significantly to the social, cultural, and economic well-being of the community, fostering unity, providing entertainment, and boosting local businesses.

Tredwell Management

Snowy Valleys Council collaborated with Tredwell Management for a Regional Tracks and Trails Masterplan. This plan aims to connect towns and villages in the region, enhancing connectivity, promoting sustainable exploration, and preserving the natural environment and cultural heritage.