Awards
SUE MARSTAELLER OAM
EDUCATION INFLUENCER AWARD
Eligibility: Open to individuals working within the educational sector in the specified shires.
Nominations close: Wednesday 23rd April 2025
CHRISTINE COX
TRAILBLAZER AWARD
Eligibility: Open to individuals, partnerships or groups making a significant impact on young people in the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell and Murrindindi shires.
Nominations close: Wednesday 23rd April 2025
VOCATIONAL EDUCATION AWARDS (VEA)
Eligibility: Open to students in the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell and Murrindindi shires, nominated by their schools for excellence in vocational education and training pathways.
Nominations will open in October.
Sue Marstaeller OAM Education Influencer Award
Recognising exceptional educators in our community
The Sue Marstaeller OAM Education Influencer Award acknowledges individuals in the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell and Murrindindi shires, who have made a significant impact on young people's education. This award celebrates those working diligently behind the scenes to achieve successful outcomes for students.
Established in memory of Sue Marstaeller OAM, this award honours her decade-long commitment to the Central Ranges LLEN Board. Serving in various executive roles, including Chair from May 2022 to May 2024 and Deputy Chair until her passing in late 2024, Sue was a passionate advocate for education and community engagement. Her dedication to numerous organisations and her positive influence on those around her exemplify her legacy as a true community leader.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to individuals working within the educational sector in the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell, and Murrindindi shires. Download the Sue Marstaeller OAM Education Influencer Award information flyer.
AWARD PRIZE
Recipients receive a $1,000 monetary award to support professional development or future initiatives.
PRESENTATION
Awarded annually at the Central Ranges LLEN Annual General Meeting in May.
NOMINATIONS CLOSE
Wednesday 23rd April 2025
SUBMIT NOMINATIONS
Sue Marstaeller OAM Education Influencer Award Nomination Form
Sue Marstaeller OAM
Christine Cox Trailblazer Award
Recognising outstanding contributions to young people in our community
The Christine Cox Trailblazer Award honours individuals or organisations making a significant impact on the lives of young people across the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell, and Murrindindi shires. Originally established by the Central Ranges LLEN Board to recognise local 'trailblazers,' the award was renamed in 2012 to commemorate Christine Cox, a founding member of Central Ranges LLEN and a passionate advocate for young people in our communities.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to individuals, partnerships or groups who have:
Shown outstanding leadership
Demonstrated excellence in their role
Made a noteworthy contribution to their community
Formed a significant partnership with Central Ranges LLEN
Download the Christine Cox Award information flyer.
AWARD PRIZE
Recipients receive a $1,000 monetary award to support professional development or future initiatives.
Christine Cox
PRESENTATION
Awarded annually at the Central Ranges LLEN Annual General Meeting in May.
“Christine Cox made a lasting impact on young people in the Central Ranges LLEN area. Her dedication to expanding vocational education and career pathways continues to inspire, and she is fondly remembered by all who knew her”
NOMINATIONS CLOSE
Wednesday 23rd April 2025
SUBMIT NOMINATIONS
Vocational Education Awards (VEA)
Celebrating excellence in Vocational Education
Some of the recipients with our CEO, Nicky Leitch
The Vocational Education Awards (VEA) recognise and celebrate outstanding achievements in vocational education and training (VET) across the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell and Murrindindi shires. These awards highlight the dedication, skills and success of students undertaking VET studies, as well as the educators and industry partners supporting them.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Schools will be invited to nominate up to four students for these prestigious awards, with one Achievement Award available in each of the following categories:
VET in Schools (Vocational Education and Training)
VCE Vocational Major
Victorian Pathways Certificate
School-Based Apprenticeships and Traineeships (SBAT)
ELIGIBILITY
Open to students in the Macedon Ranges, Mitchell and Murrindindi shires, nominated by their schools for excellence in vocational education and training pathways.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Awards will be based on students' results, attitudes, achievements, and recommendations from employers and teachers. Key selection criteria include:
Demonstrated competence in skills, knowledge and attitude
Commitment to their vocational program
Productivity as a team member
Positivity and advocacy for vocational education
AWARD PRIZE
Recipients will receive recognition for their achievements, with selected winners awarded a monetary prize to support further education or career development.
PRESENTATION
Each school will have the opportunity to celebrate their students at their own school awards night in November. Additionally, schools in Mitchell Shire will have their nominations considered as part of the council's Youth Awards ceremony, which will feature an Education category. The winners of the Mitchell Shire Youth Awards will be announced in early November.
NOMINATIONS WILL BE OPENED IN OCTOBER
Further details will be provided when the nomination period begins.
VEA Guidelines