Here Are The Winners Of PRIA’s Excellence Awards In Queensland!

  • In-house Team of the Year Regatta Hotel Patrick MacDonald
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  • Experiential Category WINNER, Erin Rigby, Cole Lawson Communications, 'Rolling out a 'redi-revival' rediATM Big Wednesday Giveaway'
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Last Friday, 11 September, saw the first of the 2015 Public Relations Institute of Australia (PRIA) State Awards for Excellence ceremonies taking place at the Pullman Hotel King George Square, Brisbane. More than 75 guests turned out to celebrate the finest PR campaigns and professionals in Queensland.

On the night, six winning, four highly commended, and six commended campaigns were recognised – with nine other awards shortlisted – across 15 categories.

The Queensland PR industry’s night-of-nights showcased inspiring creativity and innovation, all enjoyed over a fun night of elegant banqueting and music. Clients, staff, and peers danced the night away in the delightful surrounds of the Connaught Room at The Pullman.

CategoryTitle of EntryCompanyEntrantResult

Big Budget

Transurban’s Acquisition of Queensland Motorways LimitedRowlandKelly RobinsonWINNER

Community Relations

Gold Coast Light Rail – Community RelationsP4 GroupP4 Group / GoldlinQ / Department of Transport and Main RoadsHighly Commended

Community Relations

Smith Street Motorway and Olsen Avenue Interchange UpgradeThe Comms TeamThe Comms TeamCommended

Community Relations

Legacy Way – A new community relations benchmarkBrisbane City Council, City Projects OfficeLegacy Way Independent Community Liaison RepresentativeShortlisted

Consumer Marketing

Mater Mothers’ Hospital Beautiful Moments Mother’s Day Campaign 2015Mater Health ServicesJacqueline HayesShortlisted

Experiential

Rolling out a ‘redi-revival’: rediATM Big Wednesday GiveawayCole Lawson CommunicationsErin RigbyWINNER

Government Sponsored Campaigns

P4 Group G20 Cultural CelebrationsP4 GroupP4 Group / The Department of Premier and Cabinet – G20 Cultural Celebrations UnitShortlisted

Government Sponsored Campaigns

Queen Street Mall Visioning PlanPhillips GroupHelen HutchingsShortlisted

Health Organisations

Heart of Australia: On the highway to healthSophia Arthur, Freelance Communication ConsultantSophia ArthurShortlisted

In-house PR Team of the Year

Regatta HotelRegatta HotelPatrick MacdonaldWINNER

In-house PR Team of the Year

Gold Coast Football ClubGold Coast Football ClubStephen Wilson & Sean TobinShortlisted

Integrated Marketing and Communication Campaign Strategy

Indooroopilly Shopping Centre Brand CampaignPPRPPR QueenslandCommended

Integrated Marketing and Communication Campaign Strategy

Brand Queensland delivery – An integrated marketing and communication campaignRowlandHelen BeslyShortlisted

Internal/Change Management

Building Project BOBBoeing Defence AustraliaStephanie HulettWINNER

Issues Management and Crisis Communication

It’s not rocket science – Using strategic partnerships to change the face of LoganLogan City CouncilLogan City Council Media & Communication TeamCommended

Large Consultancy of the Year

P4 GroupP4 GroupP4 GroupShortlisted

Large Consultancy of the Year

The Red RepublicThe Red RepublicFleur MaddenShortlisted

Small Budget/Pro Bono

Women’s Legal Services – Dancing CEO’s​The Red RepublicFleur Madden​WINNER

Small Budget/Pro Bono

RAPID RoadshowP4 Group & HIV FoundationP4 Group / HIV Foundation QLDHighly Commended

Small Budget/Pro Bono

Queensland Community Foundation – Philanthropy Week 2015RowlandHelen BeslyCommended

Startup

Australia’s First Swim with Humpback Whales ExperienceReflected Image PRoductionsMichelle SmythemanHighly Commended

Sustainability/ Corporate Social Responsibility

Addressing Suicide in Queensland’s Construction IndustryPPR QueenslandLee McLeanCommended

Top sPRinters in 2015

Erin RigbyCole Lawson CommunicationsErin RigbyWINNER

Top sPRinters in 2015

Hannah StathamTourism & Events QueenslandHannah StathamHighly Commended

Top sPRinters in 2015

Jessica EffeneyPhillips GroupJessica EffeneyCommended

“In a challenging market, it is great to see the amazing results Queensland members have delivered again this year,” said PRIA Queensland President, Marie Howarth.

“Congratulations to everyone who entered and who had the courage to present their work for scrutiny by their industry and their peers. The Golden Target Awards, and State Awards for Excellence are a vital platform for our industry. Not only do they highlight the outstanding talent in our ranks, they also showcase the excellent work that is being done and help raise the bar on future performance.

The PR industry is very generous and it is gratifying to see our members support some of the most sensitive and worthy causes in our community, particularly in the small budget and pro bono section,” Howarth concluded.

Distinguished Master of ceremonies David St George kept the program on track, in his own inimitable style. A big thank you to Queensland Councillors, especially Eva Ford-Murphy and Helen Hutchings, for bringing together our industry party of the year.

Recognised entries from Friday now go in the running to be recognised at the 2015 GTA National Finals, held during the PRIA National Conference, on Monday 26 October, at Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, Tasmania.




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