Junior Sports Award
Abby Plate
A passionate equestrian, Abby excels in barrel racing and has a team of 12 horses which are all home bread and trained by herself and her father, Robert.
In 2021, Abby travelled and competed with four of her horses in over 15 different events and still finds the time to encourage her younger peers, always willing to share her knowledge with others.
Abby Plate with one of her horses
Arts and Culture Award
Collinsville Youth Centre’s Gwada Murals Project
Local youth assisted Martin from Gwada Murals to create some beautiful artwork for the community to enjoy.
The project created a bright space for the youth of the Collinsville and Scottville community, expressing the many reasons they love to live in the Whitsunday Region.
The Gwada Mural
Collinsville Community Association’s Volunteer of the Year Award
Nathan Reinke
Known for his dedication and passion, Nathan is one of Collinsville’s most hard-working volunteers with his ideas, input and enthusiasm proving instrumental in may events.
From the CSHS Bacon Busters event, the Weetalaba Campdraft Clinic, local youth group and playing one of the scariest roles in the CYC Haunted House of Horrors – Nathan is a local legend.
Nathan Reinke
Community Event of the Year
CSHS P&C Bacon Busters Event
For the past seven years a passionate group of staff, parents and students have been running this popular community event which is a fun family day out for everyone to enjoy.
All proceeds are reinvested back into the high school and gate entry donations are given to a worthy charity each year.
Noah Brand with Councillor Michelle wright at the 2021 Bacon Buster Event
Young Citizen of the Year
Sarah Wilson
While continuing with full-time study, Sarah manages to find the time to inspire and teach younger children through her tireless work at her mum’s dance school.
She takes pride in establishing a fun and safe environment for her students to learn and teaches the children in tolerance, discipline and friendship.
Sarah Wilson
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