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Finalists for Excellence in Public Health Awards revealed

25 October 2024
Excitement is building as the finalists for the 2024 Minister for Health and Wellbeing’s Excellence in Public Health Awards have been announced.

The Awards celebrate the remarkable achievements of local councils across South Australia in promoting community health and wellbeing, recognising initiatives making a real impact on the lives of residents in both regional and metropolitan areas.

This year’s finalists present a strong line-up, demonstrating innovative projects and effective programs being delivered across the state. SA Health thanks all councils who nominated a project for this year’s awards.

The finalists are:

  • Alexandrina Council, District Councils of Renmark-Paringa and Yankalilla, Town of Gawler, Port Lincoln City Council, Cities of Onkaparinga and Playford – Building Regulatory Efficiencies for Sustainable Onsite Wastewater System Management
  • City of Adelaide – Project Night Light
  • City of Onkaparinga – Living Well Matters
  • District Council of Orroroo Carrieton – Making A Splash For Health Longevity
  • Victor Harbor City Council – Active Wellbeing Project

Winners will receive $3,000 to support the continued development of their public health initiatives, empowering them to further improve community wellbeing.

The award-winning and highly commended councils will be unveiled at the LGA’s Conference and Annual General Meeting, set to take place at the National Wine Centre on Friday, 22 November 2024.

Find out more about the Minister for Health and Wellbeing’s Excellence in Public Health Awards on the SA Health website.