CQ 2023 Sport and Active Recreation Awards winners revealed

The 2023 Sport and Active Recreation Awards took place at Emerald Town Hall recently. Here’s the full list of winners.

Image taken from Central Highlands Regional Council facebook page.

Two hundreds residents turned out for the 2023 Sport and Active Recreation Awards at Emerald Town Hall on Saturday, February 25.

The night, which kicked off at 5pm and partied on until 12am, was about recognising not just the winners but the nominees who worked tirelessly throughout the sporting season to put together sporting and community events.

Guests were treated to a presentation from special guest speaker, retired Broncos player Sam Thaiday, a three course meal prepared by Emerald State High School Tuckshop team that were award winners themselves, and entertainment from the the Emerald Town Jazz Band.

Ahead of the event, Central Highlands Regional Council mayor Kerry Hayes said Thaiday’s appeal extended past the footy field and it was his general vibe and charisma that drew people to him.

“What I really appreciate about Sam, is his involvement in the community,” Mr Hayes said.

“As great as Sam was on the field, it’s his charisma that really shines.

“Having that energy at our event is something all in attendance can look forward to.”

Central Highlands Regional Council 2023 Sports and Active Recreation Awards. Image taken from Central Highlands Regional Council Facebook page.

Here is the full list of winners:

• Junior Sportsperson of the Year (Under 16): Jack Brandt
  
• Official of the Year: Joshua Brown
  
• Junior Sportsperson of the Year (Under 18): Samuel Chick
  
• Volunteer Recognition Awards: Celena Hudson, David Clements, Kristy Serotzki
  
• Active Recreation Engagement Award: Emerald Park Run
  
• Coach of the Year: Sue Fehlhaber
  
• Central Highlands Hall of Champions: Nanette Hall
  
• Campdraft – Springsure Working Horse Association
  
• Equity Diversity and Inclusion Award: Central Highlands Ruby Union Inc.
  
• Committee Member Recognition Awards: Jacinda Stefaniuk, Shane Nixon, Belinda Guernieri
  
• Outstanding Sports Development Initiative: CH RISE Team Rugby League
  
• Masters Sportsperson of the Year: Subaweerage Niroshan
  
• Junior Sportsperson of the Year (Under 14): Maggie McDougall
  
• Outstanding Sports Development Initiative: CH RISE Team Rugby League
  
• Senior Sportsperson of the Year: Ross Taylor
  
• Fundraiser of the Year: Emerald Brothers CC – Pink Stumps & Ladies Day 2022
  
• Event of the Year: The ACA Golden Anniversary Nationals Finals

Originally published as CQ 2023 Sport and Active Recreation Awards winners revealed