Sponsor Prizes

Allen & Unwin Award

2011 winner: Glenview State School (QLD) Courage Under Fire

Amazing Story: First Prize: Collection of Allen and Unwin Books for your school library

The Allen & Unwin Amazing Story Award will be awarded to a school for the quality of their message, its significance and presentation.  Open to any story from all Wakakirri Story Categories.

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2011 winner: Fitzgerald State School (VIC) Willbee the Bumblebee

Most Creative Reuse of Materials Award: First Prize $200

How creative and clever can you be using reusable materials to make a particular costume, set piece or prop for your Wakakirri Story-Dance? What will it be made from? What will happen to it after your performance?  Open to Story-Dance entrants only.

Australian Human Rights Commission

2011 Winner:Belmore South Public School (NSW) The Reading Bug

Cultural Story Award: First Prize $200

Awarded for bridging cultural divides across Australia, promoting understanding, respect and inclusion.  Open to any story from all Wakakirri Story Categories.

Australian Conservation Foundation

2011 Winner: Canterbury Primary School (VIC) Switch it Off

Most Sustainable Production Award: First Prize $200

Awarded for creating a Story-Dance in a sustainable manner. Making props and costumes from reusable materials, minimising waste, travel and carbon footprint.  Open to Story-Dance entrants only.