There are twelve award categories in total, two of which have a youth focus. The Landcare Education can be contested by both primary and secondary schools and youth groups, whilst the Young Landcare leader Award is for individuals between 15 and 30.

Westpac Education Award

This award will be made to a primary or secondary school or youth group – either as a whole class or special group. The award is for the school/group’s contribution to raising awareness, knowledge and understanding of landcare amongst students and/or the community, and for implementing landcare practices on its own property or within the local community.

Be Natural Young Landcare Leader Award

This award will be made to an individual between the ages of 15-30 who carries out and/or promotes landcare (includes Coastcare/ sustainable agriculture/general sustainability) through on-ground or awareness activities, as a volunteer. You may nominate yourself or a person from your community for this award.

Nominate for 2011 State and Territory Landcare Awards?

To view the other categories or to view state specific categories and closing dates click here: 2011 State and Territory Landcare Awards