Sustainability award finalists announced

THE state government has announced the finalists in this year’s Victorian Premier’s Sustainability Awards.

Minister for Environment Lily D’Ambrosio last week revealed the shortlist for the awards, which recognise individuals, communities, organisations, governments and businesses across Victoria that are driving a sustainable future.

“The finalists in this year’s Premier’s Sustainability Awards are an especially diverse group from every sector in Victoria,” she said.

“I congratulate all finalists for their innovative work – using resources wisely and promoting sustainable practices here in Victoria.”

This year’s finalists across 10 categories include a social enterprise that teaches sustainability as a work skill, a zero-emission portable vehicle repair business, and an online marketplace for quality surplus food.

Winners will be announced at the Premier’s Sustainability Awards gala dinner at The Forum in Melbourne on Thursday October 11.

The Premier will also select two overall winners of the Premier’s Regional Recognition Award and the Premier’s Recognition Award, to be announced at the ceremony.

For more information, photos and profiles of all finalists, visit sustainabilityawards.vic.gov.au.