About the Awards

The inaugural Ashburton Excellence Awards celebrate the individuals, groups and organisations making a positive difference across the Shire of Ashburton. Recognising achievements in community service, volunteerism, sport and inclusion, the awards honour those who go above and beyond to strengthen and enrich our communities across the towns of Tom Price, Onslow, Paraburdoo and Pannawonica. 

The Shire of Ashburton is pleased to welcome Ben Cousins as the special guest speaker of the 2026 Ashburton Excellence Awards! Ben is one of the most recognisable names in Australian football, having enjoyed a distinguished AFL career that included a Brownlow Medal, six All-Australian selections, AFL Premiership success, and leadership roles at the highest level of the game. Ben will be travelling across Ashburton to deliver the awards while sharing his personal story, reflecting on his football career, life experiences, challenges, and lessons learned along the way. Through an honest and engaging conversation, attendees will gain insight into the dedication, resilience, and perseverance required to succeed, both on and off the field.

Award Categories

Nomination Period

Nominate using the form below. Nominations close Sunday, 20 September 2026.

Award Ceremony