NRL Community Awards

Recognising and acknowledging the commitment and dedication our volunteers and players have on community each year

The NRL Community Awards is Rugby League’s most prestigious community-focused awards ceremony, connecting the grassroots to the elite level. The Awards honour the individuals who work tirelessly in the community to make Rugby League Australia’s favourite sport.

About The Awards

Find out more about the NRL Community Awards.

Grassroots nominations here

2025 Grassroots nominations open now!

Previous Winners Ken Stephen Medal

Honouring our past Ken Stephen Medallist 's

Previous Winners Veronica White Medal

Honouring our past Veronica White Medallist 's

Ken Stephen Medal - Man of the Year

Recognises the efforts of an NRL player who has not only achieved on the field, but has committed time off the field to community projects.

Veronica White Medal - Woman of the Year

Recognises the incredible contributions that so many NRLW players are making to their local communities and beyond.

Young Person of the Year

A young person who has made a significant contribution to their community through rugby league.

Volunteer of the Year

Presented to an individual that has provided exceptional service to the game and made a measurable difference in their community.

Teacher of the Year

A teacher who has demonstrated exceptional support of Rugby League.

Women In League Award

An outstanding advocate for the advancement of women in Rugby League.

Indigenous Community Award

Presented to an individual who has acted as an exceptional advocate for the growth of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s participation in rugby league.

Community Rugby League Club of the Year

Presented to a rugby league club that has fostered participation and enjoyment of the game within their club and wider community.

Media Release

Hynes and Hunt take Man and Woman of the Year Honours

Wed 02 Oct, 2024

Dally M Awards

Nicho Hynes wins 2024 Ken Stephen Medal

Wed 02 Oct, 2024

Dally M Awards

Kimberley Hunt wins 2024 Veronica White Medal

Wed 02 Oct, 2024

Community

NRL announce finalists for 2024 Veronica White Medal

Presented by

Mon 16 Sep, 2024

Community

NRL announce finalists for 2024 Ken Stephen Medal

Presented by

Mon 16 Sep, 2024

Community

NRL announce 2024 NRLW Community Team of the Year

Presented by

Mon 19 Aug, 2024

Community

NRL announces 2024 NRL Community Team of the Year

Presented by

Mon 24 Jun, 2024

Community

NRL Community Award nominations are now open!

Presented by

Tue 30 Apr, 2024

National Rugby League respects and honours the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.