Some of Western Australia's most outstanding citizens were recognised at an awards ceremony on Friday night.
The Western Australian of the Year Awards were held in the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre and attracted some high-profile faces including WA Governor Kerry Sanderson, Perth Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi and WA Premier Colin Barnett.
The Western Australian of the Year Awards recognise the highest level of contribution made to Western Australia by those born and bred in Western Australia, or those who have chosen to make Western Australia their home.
There are seven Award categories and for each, one winner is chosen.
The overall Western Australian of the Year Awards winner for 2015 is chosen from amongst the Award category winners.
Award Winners
Aboriginal Award for excellence in professional and/or personal achievements and contributions to the Western Australian community and recognition as an inspirational role model for the Aboriginal community.
The 2015 Aboriginal Award winner is: Dr Robert Isaacs OAM JP PhD
Arts & Culture Award for excellence in achievement and/or significant contribution to the development, promotion and profiling of Arts & Culture disciplines in WA.
The 2015 Arts & Culture Award winner is: Henry Boston
Business Award for excellence in business leadership, social entrepreneurship or innovation resulting in major social or economic impact for the betterment of WA industry and economy.
The 2015 Business Award winner is: Peter Prendiville, B Comm
Community Award for excellence in commitment to – and contribution towards – improving the quality of lives in the WA community.
The 2015 Community Award winner is: Dr Ros Worthington OAM
Professions Award for excellence resulting in major social, scientific or economic impact at a state, national or international level.
The 2015 Professions Award winner is: Frank Cooper AO
Sport Award for excellence in achievement, development, administration or promotion of sport in the WA community.
The 2015 Sport Award winner is: Andrew Vlahov
Youth Award for excellence in commitment to citizenship, mentoring, leadership and artistic pursuits resulting in a positive impact on the lives of others at a state, national or international level.
The 2015 Youth Award winner is: Rhys Williams
