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Pride of Workmanship Awards are Back!
Celebrating the People Who Go Above and Beyond
The Rotary Club of Emerald & District is delighted to announce the return of its Pride of Workmanship Awards in 2027!
Every workplace has someone special — that dedicated employee, outstanding colleague or unsung hero who consistently goes the extra mile and takes genuine pride in what they do.
Now is your chance to give them the recognition they deserve!
The Pride of Workmanship Awards celebrate individuals who demonstrate exceptional dedication, professionalism and commitment to their work. It's not about job titles or seniority — it's about recognising people who make a real difference, whatever their role.
We invite local businesses and organisations to nominate someone who deserves a moment in the spotlight.
Join Us for a Special Celebration!
📅 Tuesday 2 March 2027
🕖 7.00 pm
📍 Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre, Emerald Lake Precinct, Emerald Lake Road, Emerald
🎟️ $75 per person (inc. GST)
🕖 7.00 pm
📍 Puffing Billy Railway Lakeside Visitor Centre, Emerald Lake Precinct, Emerald Lake Road, Emerald
🎟️ $75 per person (inc. GST)
Nominations close Tuesday 2 February 2027.
Places are limited, so don't miss this opportunity to celebrate the wonderful people who help our local businesses and organisations thrive.
Nominate Your Workplace Star!
Download the nomination form and help us recognise someone who truly deserves a Pride of Workmanship Award.
NOMINATION FORM - CLICK HERE
For further information, email ianash@ombs.com.au.
Great work deserves recognition. Let's celebrate it!
Highlights 2025-2026
McLeod Murphy Scholarship
This scholarship is named to honour Dr. Ian Stephen MacLeod Murphy, the first local GP in the Emerald region who served the community for decades, often accepting food or waiving fees for struggling patients. The scholarship supports local school leavers and university students residing in the Dandenong Ranges who are pursuing tertiary studies in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, or other medical and allied health fields.
2026 Ebony Dasler - Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours).
2026 Nicholas Adams - Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of Law
2026 Jacob Barrot - Bachelor of Medicine
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
2025 Jamie Dean
2026 Sebastian Nash
Emerald Secondary College Scholarships
Les Smith Memorial Award.
This encouragement award is presented to two Year 9 students who have made very good progress and constantly display a 'can-do attitude’
- William Grenness and Chrissy Burgess
Citizenship Awards.
Presented annually to exceptional Year 12 students who consistently demonstrate teamwork, resilience, and an active commitment to giving their best both inside and outside the classroom.
Rotary Club of Emerald district citizenship awards:
- Miah Beardshaw, Milla Boyd, Zara Clearihan, Nate Denham, Jem Drummond, Annabelle
Rotary Club of Emerald district Outstanding Citizenship awards:
- Luka Kill and Toby Storer
