August 19, 2025

Nominations Open for Ingham’s Prestigious Sportstar Awards

The Lions Club of Ingham is once again proud to present the annual Ingham Sportstar Awards, celebrating the outstanding sporting achievements and contributions of local athletes, teams, and volunteers. Nominations are now open, and the Club is calling on the community to help shine a spotlight on Hinchinbrook’s sporting heroes.

The awards recognise achievements from 1st September 2024 through to the nomination closing date, and all nominees must be Hinchinbrook residents or represent a local sporting club. Categories include Junior and Senior Sportstar of the Year, Para-Athlete of the Year, Masters of Sport Award, Team of the Year, and a special Recognition of Contribution to Ingham Sport.

This is a unique opportunity to acknowledge not just elite performance, but also the dedication, sportsmanship, and community spirit that define Hinchinbrook’s vibrant sporting scene.

Nomination forms can be obtained by emailing inghamlionssportstarawards@gmail.com or contacting Sharon on 0402 902 887. Don’t delay—nominations close on 25th August 2025.

Winners will be honoured at a special awards evening hosted at the RSL Ingham on Tuesday, 2nd September 2025. It promises to be a night of celebration and pride as the community comes together to recognise those who have made a mark on local sport over the past year.

Whether it's a rising junior, a seasoned master, a dedicated volunteer, or an inspirational team, now is the time to nominate and celebrate Hinchinbrook’s sporting excellence.

Ingham State High School was proud to nominate Herbert River Athletic Club members, Rina Zatta and Brenda Oats, for the inaugural “Recognition of Service Award”