Sustainable Cities Award - 2010-2011

Congratulations to Devonport - 2011/12 Winner and National Finalist

Who Can Nominate

Almost Everyone Living in a City!
Individuals, local government, service clubs, schools, clubs, community groups, in fact anyone or any organisation who is proud of their city.

Judging

Will be undertaken in conjunction with Tidy Towns judging between mid August and early October, 2011

Categories

Community Action & Partnerships

Recognises achievement in community beautification, presentation and pride. Also recognises partnerships between government, business, industry and local community networks.

'Dame Phyllis Frost' Litter Prevention

Recognises community litter management, reduction and education initiatives

Resource Recovery & Waste Management

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.

Environmental Innovation & Protection

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.

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Water Conservation

Recognises sustainable water management within communities which have combined innovative water conservation and water re-use initiatives at the private, industrial and municipal levels, benefiting society and nature.

Energy Innovation

Recognises sustainable energy management which focuses on innovative energy efficiency measures and climate change issues.

Heritage & Culture

Recognises communities which proudly preserve and value cultural history.

Young Legends

Recognises positive environmental outcomes which encourage and promote youth initiative and environmental education and/or achievement.

John Donaghy Memorial Award

Recognises individual or group achievements and contributions to their community. The KAB Citizen(s) of the year award.

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