WasteSMART Brisbane Awards

Recognising individuals and groups going above and beyond for our environment, helping to make Brisbane a clean and sustainable city.

Recognising Brisbane’s waste-smart champions

Brisbane City Council’s WasteSMART Brisbane Awards celebrate the outstanding efforts of residents, community groups, schools, kindergartens, and businesses dedicated to making Brisbane a cleaner and more sustainable city. Whether it’s through recycling, composting, repurposing, or innovative waste reduction initiatives, these awards honour those making a significant impact.

Want to learn more?

Visit the official WasteSMART Awards website for full category details, nomination forms, and key dates.

2025 WasteSMART Awards

About the Awards

Launched in 2020, the WasteSMART Awards align with Council’s Waste Smart Strategy. Delivered in partnership with the Brisbane Sustainability Agency, the awards culminate in a celebration at Brisbane City Hall each November.

The program recognises practical, innovative actions that reduce waste, inspire others, and help create a circular economy for Brisbane.

2025 Awards: Nominations open 30 June

Key Dates:

  • Nominations Open: Monday, 30 June 2025
  • Nominations Close: Friday, 29 August 2025
  • Public Voting for People’s Choice: 29 September – 13 October 2025

Award categories

There are 12 award categories in 2025, sharing over $4,000 in prizes, including:

  • WasteSMART Local Legend Award
  • WasteSMART Community Award
  • WasteSMART Business Award
  • WasteSMART Early Learning Award
  • WasteSMART Schools Award
  • WasteSMART Hospitality & Tourism Award
  • WasteSMART Circular Threads Award
  • WasteSMART Green Waste Award
  • WasteSMART Councillor’s Choice Award
  • Outstanding WasteSMART Award
  • All-Star WasteSMART Award
  • People’s Choice WasteSMART Award

Be inspired: 2024 Winners

In 2024, we celebrated 12 amazing winners who showcased what’s possible when we work together to reduce waste in Brisbane. From composting champions to circular fashion innovators, their actions are inspiring change across our city.

Meet The 2024 Winners

Don’t miss out

Whether you’re a waste-conscious citizen, an engaged school, or a pioneering local business – this is your chance to be recognised.

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