Award Categories for 2019

For 2019 there are 8 award categories open to anyone who lives, studies or works in Lower Hutt, and who is aged 12-21 (inclusive). Please note that nominees can only be nominated for one category.
Full terms can be found here on our Important Information Page.

The Label & Litho Hutt City Youth Award for Leadership

To recognise a young person in the Hutt who displays outstanding leadership skills and qualities.

The Hodge Group Hutt City Youth Award for Entrepreneurship​

To recognise a young person in the Hutt who displays entrepreneurial spirit and who demonstrates the potential to be a future business leader.

The GNS Science Hutt City Youth Award for Science and/or Technology

To recognise a young person in the Hutt who has demonstrated innovation in the STEMM areas: science, maths, engineering, manufacturing, and technology.

The WelTec/Whitireia Hutt City Youth Award for Service to the Community

To recognise a young person who has made a significant contribution to Lower Hutt through voluntary service.

The Westpac Hutt City Youth Award for Overcoming Adversity​

To recognise a young person in the Hutt who has overcome challenges to achieve success.

The Goodtime Music Academy Hutt City Youth Award for the Arts​

To recognise a young person in the Hutt has achieved success in, or made a significant contribution to, the performing, visual, or literary arts.

The Hutt News Hutt City Youth Award for Contribution to Sport​

To recognise a young person in the Hutt who has generously contributed to the world of sport.

The Hutt City Youth Council Youth Award for Embracing Diversity

To recognise a young person who has made the Hutt a better place to live by embracing diversity and developing connections between people.