With curriculum time getting busier and busier, a great way to inspire and empower students is before and after school with extracurricular programs for students. Our after school programs are fantastic at doing this and allow us to get students thinking big and focussing on cross-curricular, project-based learning as they tackle challenges, build skills and work on projects that get them thinking about the world around them and the exciting opportunities open to their generation.
With everything from designing future cities to launching influencer brands, building businesses, working with technology and more, we have a range of standard programs to choose from, or we're able to customise a program to your school community. Our after school programs typically run for 6-8 weeks and cost $30 per student per week.
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Welcome to the Next Gen National Awards Ceremony For 2024!
We have an action-packed evening planned to showcase the amazing young changemakers and innovative educators nominated as part of the Next Gen National Awards for 2024. We've created this page with all the key information you will need for the awards ceremony.
Program
Explore the National Awards Ceremony program.
Finalists
Meet the finalists for our six national award categories.
Judges
Meet the judges that helped us shortlist our finalists.
Wednesday 16th October 2024 | 5pm - 8pm AEST
Key Details
Here are some of the key details you'll need to know for the Next Gen National Awards Ceremony 2024. If you require assistance, please chat to the team wearing black BOP lanyards and they will be happy to help.
Date & Time:
Wednesday 16th October 2024
5pm - 8pm
Food & Refreshments:
There will be a grazing board and non-alcoholic beverages available for all attendees from 5-6pm.
Information Pack:
Should you have any additional questions, make sure to download our information pack here.
Accessing The Venue:
The Precinct is located in the TC Beirne Building, which is best accessed via Brunswick St Mall.
Keep your eyes peeled for Hey Chica, follow the lane inside and you’ll see the main Precinct foyer and lifts on your left (image below). Please come to the main reception on Level 2.
Location:
The Precinct
Level 2/315 Brunswick Street,
Fortitude Valley 4006
Dress Code:
We encourage you to wear formal attire or school uniform.
Wednesday 16th October 2024 | 5pm - 8pm AEST
The Program
We have an action-packed evening planned to showcase the amazing young changemakers and innovative educators nominated as part of the Next Gen National Awards for 2024. Here is our program for the award ceremony:
5pm - 6pm
Attendee Arrival & Registration
6pm - 6:20pm
Official Welcome
Registration will open from 5pm for attendees to get signed in, grab a bite to eat and start networking with the other young changemakers, industry innovators, and community leaders.
At 6pm our formalities will begin with an official welcome from the Master Of Ceremonies, Scott Millar.
6:20pm - 6:40pm
The Young Leader Of The Year award will go to a student who has made a significant impact in their local community through the development of their leadership abilities. Finalists for our Young Leader Of The Year for 2024 include:
Rebecca Ju | Sydney, New South Wales
6:30pm - 6:40pm
The Dream Team Of The Year Award celebrates a team that has demonstrated exceptional collaboration skills as they have brought an innovative or impactful project to life. Finalists for Dream Team Of The Year 2024 include:
Team Canary | Gold Coast, Queensland
6:40pm - 6:50pm
The Next Gen Of The Year award will go to a young person who has demonstrated a versatile skill set across various projects as they work to get a head start on their chosen pathway. Finalists for the Next Gen Of The Year 2024 include:
Mia Sinosic-Cass | Sydney. New South Wales
6:50pm - 7:10pm
Impactful Connections
Gemma Alker will be talking about how in our fast-paced world, success hinges on the connections we create. Her keynote explores how intentional relationship-building can spark innovation, fuel personal growth, and drive business success.
7:10pm - 7:20pm
The Innovative Educator Of The Year award will go to an educator who has gone above and beyond in their pursuit to educate and empower the next generation of young innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders. Finalists for our Innovative Educator Of The Year for 2024 include:
Joshua Toth | Sydney. New South Wales
7:20pm - 7:30pm
The Young Innovator Of The Year award, powered by Federation University, will go to a student who has demonstrated the ability to push the boundaries as they have developed an out-of-the-box solution to a challenge presented to them. Finalists for the Young Innovator Of The Year 2024 include:
Bhavya-Ashutosh Vaitha | Brisbane, Queensland
7:30pm - 7:40pm
The Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award will go to a student who has developed and demonstrated their entrepreneurial skills in order to bring their business idea to life in a scalable way. Finalists for our Young Entrepreneur Of The Year for 2024 include:
Bhavya-Ashutosh Vaitha | Brisbane, Queensland
7:40pm - 7:50pm
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7:50pm - 8:00pm
Closing Remarks
The BOP Alumni of the Year award shines a spotlight on a student whose relentless drive, ambition, and eagerness to seize every opportunity have set them apart. This student is a visionary change maker, constantly seeking out new experiences, mastering new skills, and embracing challenges with enthusiasm
After an action-packed evening full of inspiration, innovation and empowerment, or Master Of Ceremonies, Scott Millar will be delivering the closing remarks and officially closing the Next Gen National Awards Ceremony for 2024.
Showcasing The Next Generation Of Top Young Talent Across The Country
2024 Award Sponsors:
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2024 Prize Sponsors:
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Next Gen Sponsors
The Next Gen Awards would not be possible without the support of some fantastic organisations that are passionate about empowering the next generation of top young talent across the country.
You can support us by connecting with them and finding out more about how they're working to engage top young talent on their team!
The Next Gen National Awards Ceremony 2024