All Media: Best News Story
Whitney Harris, Bendigo Advertiser 'Touched by the Road Toll'

A series of stories dealing with the impact on the wider community of the road toll.

The Judges' said: “The stories had timing, impact and true heart. Coming up to Christmas the stores told a strong series of road safety messages using local people. The interview with the former mayor was especially strong and moving.”

All Media: Best Journalist
Whitney Harris, Bendigo Advertiser

All Media: Best News Image or Images
Melanie Russell, Illawarra Mercury 'Cruel Sea'

The Judges' said: “A very emotive series of photographs captured by Melanie in what must have been a chaotic and confronting incident. The stand out image was the one run so well on Page one.”

Highly Commended:
Alex Ellinghausen, Bendigo Advertiser

All Media: Best Feature Image or Images
Laura Ferguson, Latrobe Valley Express ‘For the Love of the Game’

The Judges' said : “A quirky image taken well away from the action yet still capturing all the elements of a game."

Highly Commended:
Brendan McCarthy, Bendigo Advertiser

Award for Excellence in Electronic Reporting (News or Editorial Feature- Radio, Television or Online)
Jo O'Dowd, Senior Lifestyle ‘Mark Babbidge – life by design ‘

Award for Excellence in Print Reporting (News or Editorial Feature)
Nicole Williams, Star Newspaper Group ‘Lyn Wins Cancer Battle’

The Judges' said: “An inspiring story told in a gentle but understanding way about a subject that still brings a feeling of dread to many.”

Congratulations to all the winners and entrants and thanks you for all your patience with the results