2025 AUSactive National Awards Finalists Revealed
The finalists for the 2025 AUSactive National Awards have officially been announced, celebrating the dedication, passion, and impact of individuals and organisations across the Australian active health and exercise industry.
Now in its next chapter of growth, the awards shine a light on excellence across 29 prestigious categories, highlighting standout professionals, businesses, and industry leaders nationwide.
This year’s finalists represent a diverse and inspiring group – from personal trainers transforming lives to community programs improving mental wellbeing, and industry suppliers delivering world-class innovation.
With stories of perseverance, impact, and innovation, these finalists capture the true essence of the active health and exercise profession.
Reflecting the dynamic growth of the sector, recently introduced categories continue to attract high numbers of submissions – particularly the popular Manager of the Year as well as the enhanced Industry Supplier categories.
AUSactive CEO Barrie Elvish praised this year’s record-breaking pool of entrants, noting the continued rise in calibre and community contribution across all levels of the industry.
“Congratulations to all our 2025 Finalists! The AUSactive National Awards are more than recognition, they’re a celebration of an evolving industry fuelled by passion, professionalism, and purpose,” Mr Elvish said.
“This year we’ve seen an extraordinary number of nominations from both new and returning participants. It’s a privilege to acknowledge the people and businesses making such a powerful difference.”
To view the full list of 2025 AUSactive National Awards Finalists, please visit: 2025 Awards Finalists
Barrie brings over 20 years’ CEO experience of successful organisational change, strategic development and business growth across a range of sectors such as Education, Health and Community Services.
You’ll regularly hear Barrie talking about his passions and experiences including surfing, Triathlons, keeping his mental health and wellbeing strong through exercise, trekking the Kokoda Trail and Macchu Pichu, Led Zeppelin and Hot Rods – all for the purpose of making meaningful connections. Barrie has a longstanding personal and professional interest in adventure play for children and is currently completing a Doctorate in Early Childhood Education.
Today Barrie is proud to be the CEO of AUSactive, the peak national health and fitness industry association activating everybody, every way, every day.