The Annual Walking SA Walking Awards program provides a key vehicle for the promotion of the achievements and work of groups, organisations, local and state government, and volunteers in South Australia. The Awards process is an opportunity for public and peer recognition of achievements in walking, and demonstrates to volunteers, community groups, the recreation industry, business, government, and the wider community the significant and positive impact that can be achieved through improvements to walkability.
In 2026, the award categories are:
- Outstanding Individual Contribution to walking in South Australia.
- Outstanding Group Contribution to advance walking inclusivity in South Australia.
Award Criteria – guiding principles
Four guiding principles for awards:
- Evidenced-based action and sustainability — outline any evidence or support that demonstrates the project/program/individual has had (or will have) a positive impact on walking practices, walking infrastructure, walking programs/clubs or numbers of people walking.
- Community engagement, participation, partnerships, and volunteerism — describe any engagement or involvement from the community and volunteers.
- Equitable outcomes — consideration will be given to projects/programs that support vulnerable and low socio-economic communities to support the creation of healthier walking environments; for example, older people, children, and their families and for priority populations (e.g., Aboriginal population, people from culturally and linguistically diverse populations, people living with a disability).
- Sharing the learning – consideration will be given to projects/programs that can share what they learned through their project/program. What were the key elements of success? How were obstacles overcome?
Key Dates for Awards Entries
Nominations open: 1 September 2026
Nominations close: 31 October 2026
Awards Ceremony: 12 November 2026 (Walking SA AGM)
Nominations
To nominate for an award, please download the Nomination Form:
