Following a fantastic conclusion to the 2025 Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) WA Region Conference, we are proud to announce last year’s WA Awards of Excellence winners.
Held at Pan Pacific Perth, the Awards of Excellence Gala Event was the social highlight of the conference and a true celebration of the people behind the places. The evening brought together industry leaders, professionals and partners from across Western Australia to recognise the outstanding achievements, innovation and dedication that continue to strengthen our parks, leisure and recreation sector.
After two inspiring days of networking, collaboration and knowledge sharing, featuring thought‑provoking keynote sessions on technology, climate leadership and inclusive design, the gala provided the perfect opportunity to pause and celebrate excellence across our industry.
Congratulations to all nominees for their exceptional work and commitment to creating positive social, environmental and economic outcomes for communities across WA. A special congratulations to our award winners, who now represent the WA Region on the national stage at the upcoming Parks and Leisure Australia National Awards of Excellence.
WITH THANKS TO OUR PRINCIPAL PARTNER GREENLIFE GROUP AND AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE PARTNER GREEN BY NATURE
2025 AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE WINNERS
BEST REGIONAL / RURAL INDUSTRY CONTRIBUTION AWARD
COMMUNITY FACILITY OF THE YEAR
ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP AWARD
PLAYSPACE AWARD (<$500K)
PLAYSPACE AWARD (<$500K)
DAVID ALDOUS EMERGING LEADER AWARD
Winner: Busselton War Memorial Project City of Busselton
Winner: Piara Waters Library City of Armadale
Winner: Thomas Street Biodiversity Corridor City of Perth
Winner: Princess Mary Park Nature Play Nature Based Play
Winner: Ballajura Intergenerational Playspace City of Swan and Advanteering Civil Engineers
Kayla McNicol
ABOUT THE AWARDS & WINNING PROJECTS
Each year, Parks and Leisure Australia recognises excellence across the industry through its prestigious Awards of Excellence program. These awards celebrate innovative initiatives, best practice and leadership that enhance community wellbeing and promote the meaningful use of leisure time.
The WA Awards of Excellence highlight the remarkable work being delivered across local government and the broader parks and leisure sector, showcasing projects, teams and individuals who are making a lasting difference in their communities.
Once again, thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 PLA WA Region Conference including our speakers, exhibitors, sponsors and partners and to all those who continue to support and strengthen our industry. We look forward to celebrating even more achievements together in the year ahead.
Thank you to our event and award category sponsors for their support
