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Celebrating Excellence. Inspiring Futures.

The Women’s College Alumnae Awards proudly celebrate the extraordinary achievements of our alumnae who exemplify the College’s enduring values of leadership, service and positive community impact. These awards honour women who are shaping their professions, giving back to their communities and inspiring others through their actions and achievements.

Since their inception in 2020, the Alumnae Awards have highlighted the remarkable breadth and diversity of talent within our global alumnae community. From emerging leaders to established change-makers, recipients reflect the many ways Women’s College alumnae are making a difference – locally, nationally and internationally.

2027 Alumnae Awards

Timeline

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  • Nominations open
    29 October 2026

  • Nominations close
    21 January 2027

  • Judging of nominations
    4 February 2027

  • Winners announced
    11 March 2027

History of the Alumnae Awards

2021 Winners and Finalists

Alumna of the Year: Amanda Johnston-Pell (1989 – 1991)

Community Alumna Award: Suzanne Bosanquet (1994)

Inspirational Alumna Award: Phoebe Young (2001)

Young Alumna Award: Phoebe Thomas (2009 – 2011)

Finalists:

  • Georgia Hayward (2017 – 2019)
  • Olivia Maragna (1995)
  • Anna McAfee (1998 – 2000)
2022 winners and finalists

Alumna of the Year: Dr Margaret (Margie) Bale (1991 – 1994)

Community Alumna Award: Alison Kubler (1991 – 1992)

Inspirational Alumna Award: Imogen Alton (2018)

Young Alumna Award: Risa Utama (2018 – 2020)

Finalists:

  • Carly Kind (2001 – 2003)
  • Liz Mackinlay (1990 – 1993)
  • Genevieve Windley (1994 – 1996)
2023 winners and finalists

Alumna of the Year: Professor Susan Moloney (1981 – 1983)

Community Alumna Award: Leigh McCready (1995 – 1997)

Inspirational Alumna Award: Jacqueline Schultz (1993 – 1995)

Young Alumna Award: Georgina Hopson (2009 – 2011)

Finalists:

  • Charmaine Chalmers (1996)
  • Laine Kapetanakos (2017)
  • Dr Rebecca Vonhoff (2001 – 2002)
  • Lexie Warren (1983 – 1986
2024 winners and finalists

Alumna of the Year: Dr Leonora Risse (1997 – 2000)

Community Alumna Award: Dr Kay Strom (1981 – 1983)

Inspirational Alumna Award: Nikki Parkinson (1985)

Young Alumna Award: Anna McDougall (2011 – 2013)

Finalists:

  • Kate Avery (1995 – 1996)
  • Rebecca Nicholas (1997 – 1999)
  • Jan Willett (1973 – 1975)
2025 winners and finalists

Alumna of the Year: Dr Ruth Dill-Macky (1981 – 1983)

Community Alumna Award: Joanne Bergamin (1992 – 1994)

Inspirational Alumna Award: Georgie Dent (2000)

Young Alumna Award: Izzy Graham (2013 – 2014)

Finalists:

  • Monique Correy (2011)
  • Medina Handley (1999 – 2001)
2026 winners

Alumna of the Year: Kristie Young (1992 – 1994)

Community Alumna Award: Rachel Mackenzie (1991 – 1993)

Inspirational Alumna Award: Libby Munro (2000 – 2002)

Young Alumna Award: Bronte Langbroek (2011 – 2013)

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