Nominations are being sought to recognise Queensland's top achievers as part of the annual Queensland Greats Awards.
Since 2001, the Queensland Greats Awards has honoured 76 individuals and 10 institutions whose long-term or lifetime achievements have played a significant role in shaping Queensland,
"I encourage Queenslanders to nominate a friend, colleague, family member, community leader or institution to acknowledge their remarkable contributions and commitment to Queensland," said Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk.
Last year a posthumous category was added to the awards to honour deceased individuals who made an exceptional impact on the state during their lifetime. The late Steve Irwin was the inaugural recipient recognised for his commitment to wildlife conservation.
“Steve was a highly respected conservationist and business entrepreneur who founded one of Queensland’s most iconic tourist destinations,” Ms Palaszczuk said.
“It is incredibly fitting for Steve to have received the first award in this category.”
Previous Queensland Greats include Rod Laver, Geoffrey Rush, Tim Fairfax, Wally Lewis and former Governor Leneen Forde.
The 2016 Queensland Greats will be announced during Queensland Week celebrations, June 4-12.
Nomination forms are available online at www.qld.gov.au/queenslandweek or by calling 07 3003 9200.
