Congratulations to the winners of the Tasmanian Volunteering Awards 2025!
We are delighted to share with you the winners of the 2025 Tasmanian Volunteering Awards, announced in a wonderful ceremony hosted this afternoon at Hobart Town Hall.
A huge thank you to all the very special finalists, supporters, sponsors, nominators and judges who have made the 10th annual Tasmanian Volunteering Awards such an inspiring celebration of volunteers across Tasmania.
“The stories behind this year’s winners highlight the extraordinary impact volunteers have, whether it’s uplifting women and children, welcoming new Tasmanians, or dedicating decades of service to their community. Volunteers don’t ask for recognition, but today was about saying thank you, not just to our winners, but to every Tasmanian who gives their time to make a difference.” – Volunteering Tasmania CEO Mel Blake
Volunteers are the backbone of our community, offering their time and skills for the benefit of others, for personal enjoyment, and to foster social and community connections. Each individual, group, and organisation nominated deserves to be celebrated for the significant role their contributions play in shaping the Tasmanian way of life.
Read on to find out more about this year’s wonderful winners!
Winners of the 2025 Tasmanian Volunteering Awards, with Volunteering Tasmanian CEO Mel Blake. Photographer Jillian Mundy.
Christine Chilcott
Winner, The Premier's Volunteer of the Year Award and Lifetime Commitment Award
(pictured: representative from sponsor Aurora Energy with winner Christine)
Shakira (Kira) Robertson
Winner, Tasmanian Youth Volunteer of the Year Award
(pictured: representative from sponsor CatholicCare Tasmania with winner Shakira (Kira))
Deepavali Tasmania Inc.
Winner, Inclusive Volunteering Award
(pictured: representative from winner Deepavali Tasmania with representative from sponsor Lifeline Tasmania)
MyState Foundation
Winner, Volunteer Impact Award - Corporate & Partnerships
(pictured: representative from winner MyState Foundation with representative from sponsor AON)
Carolyn Whamond
Winner, Excellence in Volunteer Leadership and Management
(pictured: representative from sponsor Hydro Tasmania with winner Carolyn)
Nicki Kastner
Winner, Volunteer Impact Award - Individual
(pictured: representative from sponsor Rio Tinto Bell Bay Aluminium with winner Nicki)
Lions Club of Rocky Cape – Lions Eye Health Program Team – North-West
Winner, Volunteer Impact Award - Group or Program
(pictured: representative from sponsor CareSuper with representative from winner LEHP)
Stephen Mattingley
Award recipient, Enduring Contribution Award
(pictured: Her Excellency the Honourable Barbara Baker AC, Governor of Tasmania, presenting the Award to Sandra Collin)
