The most talented, innovative, resilient and inclusive of Canberra’s athletes, teams, organisations and dedicated contributors have been celebrated this evening at the annual CBR Sport Awards.
Minister for Sport and Recreation, Yvette Berry MLA, attended the ceremony and presented awards to the winners.
“Our annual celebration brings the ACT’s sporting community together and shines a spotlight on those who inspire through their dedication and success,” Minister Berry said.
“Over the past 12 months, we’ve witnessed magnificent achievements from our homegrown sport stars across the sporting landscape.
“I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to this year’s winners and finalists. Thank you for the contribution you make to sport in our city. Each year it is such an honour to celebrate your achievements, and I look forward to watching all your future successes.”
Quotes attributable to Laura Peel, Athlete of the Year – Women’s Sport:
“I am really proud to be able to represent Canberra, where I grew up and tried almost every sport under the sun.
I am also really grateful to have grown up in Canberra where I had the opportunity to find what I love, and that is thanks to the community, the volunteers and the clubs, coaches and parents who make it all happen.”
The 2025 CBR Sport Award winners are:
Athlete of the Year – Men’s Sport
Jay Vine – Cycling
Athlete of the Year – Women’s Sport
Laura Peel – Aerial Skiing
Athlete of the Year – Para Sport
James Turner – Athletics
Team of the Year
Canberra Raiders – Rugby League
Rising Star
Christopher Jackson – Archery
ACT Sport Hall of Fame – Full Member
George Smith – Rugby Union
Melissa Breen – Athletics
ACT Sport Hall of Fame – Associate Member
Heather Reid – Football
Tim Gavel – Sports Journalism
Minister’s Award for Event Excellence
Canberra Brave – 2025 AIHL home season
Minister’s Award for Innovation
Rowing ACT – Digital optimisation of regattas
Minister’s Award for Inclusion
Pink Tennis – LGBTQI+ Initiatives