Recognises achievement in community beautification, presentation and pride. Also recognises partnerships between government, business, industry and local community networks. Health and Wellbeing achievements are also integral to this category.
Recognises community litter management, reduction and education initiatives.
Recognises achievement in resource recovery and waste management including initiatives which conserve resources, recover and reuse materials and the appropriate disposal of non-recyclable materials.
Recognises innovative principles and actions associated with developing sustainable communities. Also recognises protection of the natural environment focusing on the conservation of native flora and fauna.
Recognise sustainable water management within communities which has combined innovative water conservation and water re-use initiatives at the private, industrial and municipal levels, benefiting society and nature.
Recognises sustainable energy management which focuses on innovative energy efficiency measures and climate change issues.
Recognises communities which proudly preserve and value cultural history.
Recognises positive environmental outcomes which encourage and promote youth initiative and environmental education and/or achievement.