Previous winners for both metropolitan and regional Minister for Health and Wellbeing - Excellence in Public Health Awards.
Minister for Health and Wellbeing - Excellence in Public Health Awards
Each year, the Minister
for Health and Wellbeing Excellence in Public Health Awards celebrate outstanding contributions to public health by local councils across South Australia.
There are two categories, one for regional councils and another for metropolitan councils.
The awards showcase councils' critical role in promoting, preserving and protecting good health and wellbeing for their communities through public health action.
The winner in each category receives prize money of $3,000 to progress or improve public health in their local government area.
The panel will also honour highly commended councils for their contributions.
Apply now
All South Australian councils, metropolitan and regional, large and small, are encouraged to apply.
- Regional councils: download Regional Council Application Form (PDF 642KB) and Nomination Guide (PDF 8MB)
- Metropolitan councils: download Metropolitan Council Application Form (PDF 663KB) and Nomination Guide (PDF 8MB)
How to apply
Read the Nomination Guide and complete the application form by 5.00 pm Wednesday 2 October 2024.
Entries will be judged according to the criteria outlined in the Nomination Guide (PDF 8MB).
Winners and highly commended councils will be announced on Friday 22 November 2024 at a dedicated awards ceremony.
Further information
For further information about the Excellence in Public Health Awards, please email PublicHealthAct@sa.gov.au or contact Strategic Engagement and Policy on (08) 8226 7100.