The Nationals’ Member for Mildura, Jade Benham, is encouraging locals to nominate hardworking individuals and organisations for the 2025 Multicultural Awards for Excellence.
The awards honour those who promote inclusion, strengthen community connections, and help build a fair and welcoming Victoria for all. The awards are open to both paid and voluntary contributions, with winners to be celebrated at a special ceremony later this year.
Ms Benham said the awards were an opportunity to celebrate the strength and diversity of communities right across the state.
“Multicultural communities are a vital part of our region, and these awards are a chance to recognise the everyday leaders who make Victoria a more inclusive and connected place,” Ms Benham said.
There are 14 award categories in 2025, including Arts, Business and Employment, Emergency Services, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Sport, Youth Leadership, the Multicultural Honour Roll and the Premier’s Award for Community Harmony.
“If you know someone who is quietly making a difference – mentoring young people, supporting new arrivals or helping break down barriers then I encourage you to nominate them and help shine a light on their contribution,” Ms Benham said.
Nominations close on 27 August 2025. For more information or to submit a nomination, visit multiculturalcommission.vic.gov.au/multicultural-awards-for-excellence.
