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Because it's our 120th birthday this year, we want to celebrate the Future Makers in our community. Thanks to these Future Makers, the future is looking bright. They are those locals who go above and beyond to make their community better for everyone.
And our Future Makers Award winners are doing just that.
It's individuals like Joshua Maxwell who are lifting up their fellow locals. As director of Jopuka Productions, Joshua creates a safe haven for all teens, especially for the LGBTQIA+ community. His selfless initiatives broaden the theatre community, jumpstarting many performers into careers in the arts.
From an inclusive arts program to unparalleled community health care, to building confidence in young athletes. These Future Makers make us all look forward to tomorrow.
Check out all our category winners below.
Joshua knows that there is power in telling a story. That's his motivation to creating a safe space for young artists to do exactly that. He never seeks acknowledgement for his efforts, but he’s deeply moved by winning the Future Makers Award.
His volunteering goes beyond making the theatre accessible to everyone, since he is a true advocate for the LGBTQIA+ youth.
Tristan understands how sport can shape a child's life. Through his mentorships, young athletes gain confidence through understanding that they have significance in the community.
Even though being named Future Maker means a great deal to him, he believes it's easy to look good when working with hardworking and kind-hearted athletes.
Dr Gilligan's tenacity shines through in how he cares for his patients. Regardless of their circumstances, he's committed to showing up in crisis situations and provide the care they need.
Winning the Future Makers Award allows him to keep his practice open to the most vulnerable and financially disadvantaged people in his community.
Lisa's research shows her commitment to collaborating with Aboriginal communities in building brighter futures by focusing on health equity.
In true Future Makers fashion, she believes in sharing her knowledge and guiding other researchers to make a positive impact in the field of health.
Dr Post aims to supply cost-effective scalable thermal energy storage materials. As co-founder of MGA Thermal, their aim is to be a major employer and exporter of renewable energy.
With the abundance of innovative problem-solvers in the Hunter, he’s honoured to win the Future Makers title.
Acts of kindness, no matter how big or small, brings about hope to a community. When you see people who are filled with empathy for those around them, it's impossible to ignore.
They're:
They're the ones who bring about change, motivate others, and support those who are doing it tough.
Imagine the good they can do with $1,000 in prize money.
The power of sport is undeniable: It brings people together. It uplifts and encourages. It teaches discipline and camaraderie.
As a sporting nation, there is no one that understands this better. Do you know any of these legends in your community?
Sport makes an impact.
Solopreneurs and local shop owners often pack the biggest punch. They're the backbone of your local economy.
Whether they're your:
These businesses understand that it's not about the quantity, but the quality of work they put out there.
Who wouldn't want their favourite local business person to win $1,000?
Research is the quiet place where some of the most important change begins.
Are you aware of a researcher who is breaking ground in your community?
Research doesn't have to get global accolades for it to make a difference.
Notice the researchers who are making strides. $1,000 in prize money might be the boost they need.
Don't you find the human imagination fascinating?
It tells you stories, makes empathy possible, invents amazing gadgets that never existed before, and finds creative solutions to the world's most pressing problems.
Your local community is filled with innovators.
You'll find inspirational locals all around you.
Never underestimate the power of a small gesture. It's more compelling than you think. Submit your nomination today. Nominations close 5 May 2023.
"My motivation stems from my dedication to the younger generation, and giving them spaces to tell stories. To be nominated is deeply moving, and I'm privileged to be chosen as a recipient." Joshua Maxwell