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Ricci Marks Awards

The Ricci Marks Awards recognise the individual achievements and aspirations of young (16-25) First Nations people.

Status:
Open, closes 28 October 2025
Who can apply:
Individuals

About the awards

There are 2 award categories within the awards program:

  • The Ricci Marks Award recognises the significant achievements and aspirations of young First Nations people living in Victoria.
  • The Ricci Marks Rising Star Award recognises young First Nations people living in Victoria, who demonstrate significant promise and potential.

The awards began in 1997 as the Aboriginal Young Achievers Award. In 2004, they were renamed after Ricci Marks. Ricci was a proud Wotjobaluk man and recipient of the award. In his short life, he made an outstanding contribution to his community.

The awards today recognise the individual achievements of young First Nations people living in Victoria in areas such as training, education, arts, sports, culture and community leadership.

Nominations for the 27th Ricci Marks Awards are now open 11:59pm 28 October 2025.

Read the nomination guide for detailed advice and tips on how to nominate.

Ricci Marks Awards nomination guide - word version
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Ricci Marks Awards nomination guide PDF
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Terms and conditions of entry

Please read the terms and conditions of entry before submitting your nomination.

You will need to agree to the terms and conditions when you submit your nomination.

Terms and Conditions - Ricci Marks Awards - Word version
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Terms and Conditions - Ricci Marks Awards - PDF version
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Key dates

  • Nominations open

    14 August to 28 October 2025

  • Panel assessment and interviews

    October 2025 - December 2025

    Interviews will be scheduled in November 2025.
  • Awards ceremony

    March 2026

Guidelines

Updated