Young Achievers Awards

Applications are open from 20 May to 30 June 2025!

The Manawatū District Council and the Manawatū District Youth Council is again proud to host this year’s Manawatū District Young Achievers Awards. The Manawatū District Youth Council team will be presiding over the Awards Ceremony, to be held at the Civic Centre on Monday 15 September 2025.

The ceremony acknowledges students and youth in the Manawatū District that have contributed positively to their community and demonstrated exceptional leadership amongst their peers.

Nominations are open 20 May - 30 June for youth who achieve on many levels, and who contribute positively to their school and/or wider community. Schools and community groups were able to make nominations in one or more of these categories, however a student may only be nominated once per year by any specific school or group.

• High Schools: up to 7 nominees per category
• Other schools and groups: up to 3 nominees per category

There are two age categories per award; 5-12 years and 13+ years.