The Leadership Award, presented by the University of Newcastle, aims to recognise and encourage emerging leaders in the Hunter, Central Coast and Mid North Coast regions in order to develop confident leadership for the regions’ future.

The Award recipient will receive a package of prizes including participation in a mentored leadership program and a $10,000 leadership development scholarship nominated by the University of Newcastle.

Candidates may apply through a written submission addressing all the Award criteria. The application must be supported by a referee.

All candidates will be invited to an evening Leadership Networking function.

A panel of judges, comprising community leaders from across the region, will identify the finalists and speak with referees. All finalists will be interviewed by the judging panel.

Nominee criteria:

• Aged less than 35 years on January 1, 2010
• Living and working in the Hunter, Central Coast and Mid North Coast regions, New South Wales

To download a nomination form, visit www.leadershipaward.com.au  Nominations close 1 April 2010