Celebrating excellence: international student awards across Australia

Australian states and territories have celebrated the outstanding achievements and contributions of international students in 2025.

12 December 2025

Australia's states and territories have honoured the incredible achievements of international students during 2025 at local award ceremonies. 

These events recognise the talent and dedication of international students, the support of employers, and the services and opportunities offered by each state and territory.

Study NSW 

Study NSW recently hosted its International Student Awards for 2025, celebrating the positive impact of international students and education sector leaders this year. In particular, the Awards highlighted the way students and leaders fostered a sense of community, drove positive social change, and championed the voices of international students. 

Study NSW Winners and finalists standing with their award and smiling

 

StudyAdelaide

StudyAdelaide’s 2025 International Student Awards celebrated and recognised the achievements of over 20 International students in their academic studies and in the community. The Awards also acknowledged the achievements of international student alumni and an Adelaide Employer of the Year, awarded to a local employer for providing exceptional support to international students.

2025 StudyAdelaide International Student Awards winners and finalists standing with their certificates

Study Melbourne 

The Victorian International Education Awards in 2025 celebrated the talent, leadership and impact of the most outstanding international students, recent graduates and industry champions. The awards showcased the impact of Victoria's world-class international education sector and the vibrant and talented student community.   

2025 Study Melbourne International Student Awards winners and finalists standing with their certificates

Study NT

Study NT honored its international student community with an awards ceremony celebrating the incredible achievements, leadership and community spirit of the international student community in Australia’s Northern Territory during 2025.

StudyNT Winners and finalists standing with their certificates smiling

StudyPerth 

StudyPerth hosted the 2025 CISWA Awards, bringing together the international student community and stakeholders to celebrate outstanding contributions over six different categories.

WA International Tertiary Student of the Year Award recipient Novi Indriastuti standing with her award.

Study Tasmania 

Study Tasmania’s end of year event brought together Tasmania’s vibrant international education community to celebrate the outstanding achievements of students, educators, and student employers during 2025.

Award recipients standing with their certificates smiling.

How can your state or territory services help you?  

Beyond organising awards, state and territory bodies provide free services to international students, including:

  • student support officers
  • careers advice 
  • counselling 
  • social groups, events, and activities 
  • legal advice 
  • cultural integration programs 
  • helpful resources and information about local services, accommodation and more. 

Please connect with your local international student hub or organisation to explore the free resources and opportunities available to you: 

 

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