2026 Mai-Wel Participant Celebration Event
On the evening of 23 July 2026, Mai-Wel welcomed participants, families, friends, and staff to Telarah Bowling Club for the 2026 Participant Celebration Event. It was a wonderful night dedicated to recognising the achievements of the past year across our NDIS Pathways and Employment programs.
From nominations through to highly commended and award winners, the evening was a reminder of just how much is being accomplished every day within the Mai-Wel community.
We were delighted to welcome our Ambassador, Rae Anderson and hear from both Rae and our CEO, John Cleary – OAM on the night.
See photos from the event below. Please note: Photo link is only available until 31 August 2026.
Mai-Wel Values Awards
Three awards recognised participants who embody Mai-Wel’s core values in their everyday lives.
The Excellence Award honours exceptional dedication, effort, and persistence in working toward NDIS goals, recognising outstanding commitment to personal growth and skill development.
The Respect Award celebrates a participant who consistently shows empathy, kindness, and respect toward others through positive social interactions, collaborative spirit, and a commitment to inclusion.
The Integrity Award recognises a participant who confidently advocates for their own rights, choices, and needs with honesty and respect.
SCCP and HALP Awards
Three awards were presented across the Social, Creative, and Community Pathways (SCCP) and Home and Living Pathways (HaLP).
The Social Award recognised a participant who has actively expanded their social connections, engaged in new activities, and built meaningful relationships within NDIS Pathways and beyond.
The Community Award celebrated a participant who has made a genuine contribution to their local community through participation, connection, and engagement.
The Creative Award honoured a participant who has explored and expressed their creativity, building confidence and connection through the arts.
Des Norris Friendship Award
This special award carries deep meaning for the SCCP community. Des was a truly beloved member of the program, fondly remembered for the incredible warmth he brought to the centre. The Des Norris Friendship Award keeps his legacy alive, recognising a participant who reflects that same wonderful spirit of friendship and connection.
Employment Pathways Awards
Three awards recognised participants and employees across Mai-Wel’s employment programs.
The Pathways to Possibilities Award recognised a participant who has shown outstanding personal growth, confidence, and commitment toward their employment goals through Mai-Wel Academy.
The Building Independence Award celebrated an employee who has strengthened their independence, responsibility, and confidence through meaningful work in Social Enterprise Grounds and Cleaning.
The Enterprise Achievement Award recognised an employee who has demonstrated outstanding commitment, reliability, and growth within Business Services.
Full of Possible
The Full of Possible Award rounded out the evening, celebrating the very spirit that drives everything Mai-Wel does.
To every person who was nominated, highly commended, or recognised on the night, congratulations. Every nomination is a reflection of the effort, courage, and commitment being shown every day, and the whole Mai-Wel team is grateful to be part of this community.
See photos from the event below. Please note: Photo link is only available until 31 August 2026.
