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Making Footprints

2026 Gala

 

Now in its fourth year, the Accessible Futures Gala continues to grow as a powerful celebration of community, connection, and achievement.

Held last November, the gala brought together our vibrant community to recognise outstanding contributions across paid, unpaid, and self-identified roles. More than just an awards ceremony, the event created a space for unity, inspiration, and shared pride.

Building on the success of our inaugural 2023 gala, which welcomed 128 attendees, we were proud to see the event reach new heights in 2024. With the support of platinum sponsors 24/7 Care and Disability Service Hub and Making Footprints, alongside gold sponsor Plan Tracker, attendance grew to an incredible 208 guests, making this year’s celebration bigger and brighter than ever.

Winners were selected by a dedicated panel of community volunteers, and guests enjoyed a luxurious three-course dinner alongside a night of memorable moments. We also expanded our sponsorship efforts, helping to reduce costs and ensure the event remained accessible to families and community members.

It was truly a remarkable celebration—one that will be remembered for years to come.

If you’re interested in getting involved as a sponsor or community judge for 2026, please contact us at accessiblefutureawards@makingfootprints.com.au.

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AWARD Categories (New and improved!)

Service Excellence Award

Outstanding Organisation Award

Innovation & Impact Award

 Recognises an organisation or service delivering outstanding, person-centred support that consistently improves the lives of people with disability. This award is dedicated to highlight a provider organization that consistently demonstrates excellence in catering to the local community, participants, and caregivers within the field of disability services. 

Innovation & Impact Award

Outstanding Organisation Award

Innovation & Impact Award

Celebrates innovative ideas, programs, or approaches that create meaningful and measurable impact in the disability sector. 

Outstanding Organisation Award

Outstanding Organisation Award

Outstanding Organisation Award

Honours an organisation that demonstrates excellence in leadership, culture, and commitment to inclusion and quality service delivery. 

Young Carer

Support Worker of the Year

Outstanding Organisation Award

 The Outstanding Youth Award - Young Carer recognizes the remarkable dedication and selflessness of young individuals aged 16-25 who provide informal care for a family member with a disability. This award celebrates their unwavering commitment to improving the well-being and quality of life of their loved ones through their caregiving efforts.  

Support Worker of the Year

Support Worker of the Year

Support Worker of the Year

 The Support Worker of the Year Award identifies and acknowledges an individual support worker who has shown exceptional dedication to their role and the well-being of their clients. This award recognizes their outstanding contributions to the field of disability support and their commitment to providing person-centred care.  

Rising Star Award

Support Worker of the Year

Support Worker of the Year

Recognises a young person or emerging individual making a significant impact in the disability or care sector. 

Local Legend

Leadership Excellence Award

Caregiver of the Year

  The Local Legend Award is presented to an individual with a disability who is known and cherished within the community for their inspiring contributions, continued ability to bring happiness, and their positive influence on those around them.  

Caregiver of the Year

Leadership Excellence Award

Caregiver of the Year

 The Caregiver of the Year Award recognizes the exceptional dedication and selflessness of informal caregivers aged 25 and older who provide care and support to individuals with disabilities. This prestigious award celebrates their unwavering commitment to improving the well-being and quality of life of their loved ones through caregiving.  

Leadership Excellence Award

Leadership Excellence Award

Leadership Excellence Award

 Celebrates an individual who demonstrates outstanding leadership, inspiring others and driving positive change. 

Above and Beyond

Excellence in Practice Award

Leadership Excellence Award

 The Above and Beyond Award is dedicated to recognizing provider organizations that have consistently gone the extra mile in delivering disability services. This esteemed accolade celebrates their unwavering commitment to excellence, their extraordinary efforts, and their exceptional contributions to the disability care field.

Community Champion Award

Excellence in Practice Award

Excellence in Practice Award

 Recognises an individual who strengthens community inclusion and connection for people with disability. 

Excellence in Practice Award

Excellence in Practice Award

Excellence in Practice Award

 Recognises professionals demonstrating best practice, innovation, and excellence in their field. 

Compassion in Action Award

Resilience & Strength Award

Compassion in Action Award

 Recognises individuals or teams who demonstrate exceptional kindness, empathy, and care in their work. 

Creativity Award

Resilience & Strength Award

Compassion in Action Award

The Creativity Award recognises our local participant artists! 

Resilience & Strength Award

Resilience & Strength Award

Outstanding Achievement Award

 Honours an individual who has shown exceptional resilience, courage, and determination. ! 

Outstanding Achievement Award

Outstanding Achievement Award

Outstanding Achievement Award

 Recognises a significant accomplishment by an individual in any area of life. 

Lifetime Contribution Award

Outstanding Achievement Award

Lifetime Contribution Award

 Honours an individual who has made a long-term, lasting contribution to the disability sector or community. 

2025 Winners

Innovation Excellence 2025 - Yarraman Lodge

Excellence in disability services 2025 -Coastal Active Ability

Support worker of the year 2025 - Donna Estemore &

Christopher Pennington

Carer of the year 2025 - Michael Winder

Outstanding Resilience 2025 -  Nicole Watson

Local Legend 2025 - Adam Carter

Above and Beyond 2025 - Naomi Bennett

Contemporary Practice 2025 -  Catherine Mackay

Outstanding Employer 2025 -  Just COS

Compassion and Care 2025 - Our family Respite

Creativity Award 2025 - Joel Smith

Young Carer 2025 - Kali Hudson

Outstanding Youth 2025 - Skye Masters

Outstanding Achievement 2025 -Mikayla Tuppurainen

Community Champion 2025 - Bec Taylor

2024 Winners

Above and Beyond 2024 - Eden Twyford

Caregiver of the Year 2024 - Jodie and Andrew Pearson

Compassion and Care 2024- Keira George

Contemporary Practice Award - Warrior Centre

Creativity Award 2024 - Isabella Cairelli

Excellence in Disability Services 2024 - RYSS

Innovation Excellence Award 2024 - Seen and Herd

Local Legend 2024 - David Lunn 

Local Legend Highly commended - John Martin

Outstanding Achievement 2024 - Jordan Cabrita

Outstanding Achievement 2024 - Savanah Maynier

Outstanding Employer 2024 - Selynda Bryant

Outstanding Resilience 2024 - Diana Perri

Outstanding Resilience 2024 - Dale Kennedy

Outstanding Youth 2024  - Jordan Ayres

Support Worker of the Year 2024 - Christopher Gall

Support Worker of the Year 2024 - Amber Sharpe

Young Carer 2024 - Charlotte Lammi



2023 Winners

Winners

Caregiver of the Year 2023 - Daniel McAndrew

Outstanding Achievement 2023 - Mitchell Black

Local Legend 2023 - Steven Turner

Support Worker of the Year 2023 - Layton Smith

Contemporary Practice 2023 - My Home Physio

Creativity Award 2023 - Joel Smith & Elizabeth Kitchener

Excellence in Disability Services 2023 - Central Coast Disabled Surfers Association

Outstanding Employer 2023 - 24/7 Care and Disability Hub

Innovation Excellence 2023 - RYSS

Above and Beyond 2023 - Kristy McCracken

Outstanding Youth 2023 - Gemma Jones

Outstanding Commitment to Disability Services 2023 - NeuroKind





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