Young Achievers Awards

Applications now closed.

The Manawatū District Council and the Manawatū District Youth Council is again proud to host this year’s Manawatū District Young Achievers Awards. The Manawatū District Youth Council team will be presiding over the Awards Ceremony, to be held at the Civic Centre on Monday 23 September 2024.

The ceremony acknowledges students and youth in the Manawatū District that have contributed positively to their community and demonstrated exceptional leadership amongst their peers.

Nominations were open 03 June - 12 July for youth who achieve on many levels, and who contribute positively to their school and/or wider community. Schools and community groups were able to make nominations in one or more of these categories, however a student may only be nominated once per year by any specific school or group.

  • High Schools: up to 7 nominees per category
  • Other schools and groups: up to 3 nominees per category

This year there are two age categories per award; 5-12 years and 13+ years.