Rotary Clubs of ACT present the Emergency Services Community Awards (ACT RESCA) to recognise paid and volunteer personnel who exemplify the Rotary motto, Service Above Self. These awards are entirely community-nominated and celebrate individuals who go beyond the call of duty to support and protect the ACT community.
Through ACT RESCA, we highlight stories of courage, compassion, and leadership across our emergency services. Finalists and winners are selected via a transparent judging process led by Rotary and community partners.
Discover full details, categories, and eligibility on our Awards & Criteria page, or learn more about our mission on the About page.
Follow the simple process to recognise a community hero.
- Nominations Open: 1st March 2027 - Submit your nomination via the Nomination site
- Shortlisting: Eligible nominations are reviewed against our judging criteria.
- Judging: Independent panel evaluates shortlisted candidates.
- Finalists Announced: June/July See the list on Last Year Finalists.
- Ceremony: Celebrate at the Awards Ceremony.
Nominations close: 30th April - Check the deadline on our Key Dates & Process page.
Finalists announced: June/July
Awards Ceremony: Event info and schedule on Ceremony Details.
