Sutherland Shire Council is strongly committed to the provision of equal access and the development of a community which is inclusive of all its residents, workers and visitors.
The Access & Inclusion Award seeks to recognise the efforts of those organisations and businesses in Sutherland Shire Local Government Area that have made their business inclusive to the whole community.
The Access & Inclusion Award will acknowledge initiatives from businesses that enable people with limited mobility and/or disability to access local services in a dignified manner and businesses that provide excellent customer service that makes life better for a person with a disability. Providing employment and vocational opportunities for people with disability will also be highly recognised.
Eligibility
The Award is open to all businesses located in the Sutherland LGA operating at the time of closure for nominations.
Winners
Winners will be announced at the 2026 Sutherland Shire Local Business Awards Presentation Evening at Doltone House Sylvania Waters on Wednesday 1st July.
Judging
Judging will be completed by a panel of judges, consisting of:
- Representatives from Sutherland Shire Council.
- Representatives from Council’s Access and Inclusion Committee.
Judges will be looking for examples of outstanding inclusion by businesses who endeavour to improve access and/or participation for people with disability in their community. This may include things such as;
- Undertaking structural improvements to make premises accessible.
- Providing disability awareness training or education to staff.
- Providing employment opportunities and vocational support to people with disability.
Entries close Wednesday, 20th May 2026.
For further information: Email liamhodge@ssc.nsw.gov.au or call 02 9710 0407.
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