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About the Awards
The Australia Rotary Emergency Services Community Awards (AUSRESCA) recognise extraordinary service by our emergency service personnel across Australia. Nominated by the community and grounded in Rotary’s motto “Service Above Self,” these awards honour individuals who go above and beyond to keep us safe.
Prior to the National awards being finalised the following states hold their own awards along with an Awards Dinner in either September or October. The winners from these state awards then become eligible for the National award
Learn more about each state award by visiting their web sites by clicking on the appropriate map
How It Works
Key moments this year:
See the full schedule in Key Dates.
- Nominations open: 2 March
- Nominations close: 30 April
- Judging: May–June
- Finalists announced: July
- Awards ceremony: August
See the full schedule in Key Dates.
Key Dates & Timeline
Stay across the program milestones:
Planning a nomination? Start at the Nomination Guide.
- Nominations open: 2 March
- Nominations close: 30 April
- Eligibility checks & judging: May–June
- Finalists announced: July
- Awards ceremony: August
Planning a nomination? Start at the Nomination Guide.
FAQs & Contact
Any member of the public can nominate an emergency service personnel member who has demonstrated outstanding service to the community.
Provide specific examples of impact, endorsements where possible, and links or documents that support achievements.
Finalists are typically announced in July, with winners celebrated at the national ceremony in August.