2024 Outstanding Media Coverage of Sport Award

Nominations for the 2024 Victorian Sport Awards open 15 January 2025.

This award recognises the coverage of elite and community sport to the wider public via various online, digital, broadcast and/or print media platforms in 2024. Through positive and inspiring media coverage, the sport has benefited from an improved public-facing image, increased participation, inclusivity and/or greater exposure.

Eligibility:

To be eligible to be considered in this category, the nominee must:

• Work for or on behalf of mainstream media covering sport
• Work for or on behalf of a community and/or active recreation club/group or individual within Victoria
• Work for or on behalf of a State Sporting Association, Regional Sports Assembly, Local Government Authority or Vicsport Associate Member
• Nominations are open to organisation and/or individuals in both paid and unpaid media positions

Selection Criteria:

• Exceptional media coverage
• The impact to have altered or maintain a positive image in the community as a result of the coverage
• The impact to participation in the community as a result of the coverage
• Demonstrated achievement to showcase the sport as welcoming, safe and inclusive

Selection Process & Voting:

For all information regarding selection and voting processes, return to the 2024 nominations information page here.

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