The Rotary Club of Wahroonga Vocational Award Program enables us as a society to recognize individuals within our community who excel in their chosen vocation.
What is a Rotary Vocational Award?
The Vocational Award Program enables us as a society to recognize individuals within our community who excel in their chosen vocation. They also recognize when an individual has gone above & beyond the normal business activities and has achieved recognition within the wider community. Successful recipient of a Vocational Award will be invited to be present as the guests of Wahroonga Rotary Club to receive the presentation of a plaque and reading of a citation.
What are the categories for these awards?
Pride of Workmanship Award is designed to acknowledge any member of our community, irrespective of age or vocation, who displays outstanding qualities in terms of approach, dedication, attitude, and commitment to service.
The following criteria are considered when deciding the successful recipient:
- Track record of successful commitment to a vocation or trade
- A positive approach to work
- A commitment to service in the extended community
- Peer or customer recognition.
Small Business Award. This award is for an individual or a local business that has had an exceptional impact on the community.
The following criteria will be considered when deciding the successful recipient.
- The individual or business is well respected in the community.
- They have a positive impact on the broader community.
- They are recognized by their peers or customers as being innovative.
Young Achiever/ Apprentice Award. This award is designed to acknowledge any younger member of our community who displays outstanding qualities in terms of approach, dedication, attitude, and commitment to service.
The following criteria are considered when deciding the successful recipient:
- Candidate must be between 18 and 30 years of age.
- Candidate must have demonstrated outstanding success in vocational training, academic, sporting, artistic or business pursuits.
- Candidate may have also contributed in the form of service to the community.
The Health Services Award is designed to acknowledge any member of our community, irrespective of age or vocation, who displays outstanding qualities in terms of approach, dedication, attitude, and commitment to service.
The following criteria are considered when deciding the successful recipient:
- is a dedicated contributor to the health and wellbeing of others
- has an enthusiastic and positive attitude to their profession
- is a life-long learner, willing to go that extra mile
- is a thoughtful, considerate team player
- has a commitment to service in the wider community
How do I nominate someone?
If you know of anyone who meets the criteria, PLEASE COMPLETE THE NOMINATION FORM. The awards will be presented in April 2026. Closing date for nominations is 19 December 2025. Email nominations to Ann Davidson, Vocational Chair awards@wahroongarotary.org