2024 Community Awards: Recognising Safety in the Workplace

Safety at work is crucial for any organisation. Eliminating or reducing the main hazards significantly enhances the workplace experience for employees, leading to a more fulfilling and productive day. While better safety measures continue to be discussed regarding established rules, historical data on injuries and fatalities highlights ongoing shortcomings in creating safer workplaces. There is still much work to be done to improve safety standards.

From Safe Work Australia’s reporting of 2023, 200 people die on the jobsite each year, and over 139,000 work-related injury or disease claims. Improving and prioritising workplace safety is imperative for all involved.

Synaco by Synergie is devoted to one-stop workplace solutions, linking extraordinary talent with top employers while ensuring safety. We unremittingly solicit unique initiatives to promote safety that foster secure working environments.

It is with immense pride that we will sponsor the Safety Award within Queensland and New South Wales in recognition of outstanding safety efforts and initiatives. Here’s what you need to know about the awards and who were the winners of this year’s Community Awards.

What are Community Achievement Awards?

The Community Achievement Awards honour the significant contributions made by individuals, businesses, and communities that strive to improve lives and promote progress in Queensland, New South Wales, and the ACT.

Six years ago, Synaco by Synergie had the privilege of becoming a sponsor of the Queensland Community Achievement Awards. We are proud to support this event, which started in 2002 as a regional-focused initiative. Over the years, it has become a prominent televised statewide awards show featuring various categories and esteemed major sponsors such as 7News and Bendigo Bank.

What is Synaco by Synergie Safety Award?

The Synaco by Synergie Safety Award celebrates outstanding safety initiatives by organisations that demonstrate innovation in fostering safer workplace practices. This award acknowledges the importance of a fresh and comprehensive integrated safety approach in every aspect of business operations.

Nominated initiatives can range from formal safety training programs to more sweeping cultural shifts focused on elevating safety standards. We embrace projects that contribute positively not just to the organisation but extend their benefits to clients, employees, and the wider community, ensuring safety for all. 

Synaco by Synergie Safety Award Nominees

Many great organisations are doing fantastic work in safety, with safety initiatives for their employees and the broader community in various industries. Here is a list of the Synaco by Synergie Safety Award nominees from New South Wales and Queensland for 2024.

New South Wales

• Astrid Hocking of Lake Macquarie
• Blue Mountains Safe Space for Suicide Prevention
• Cycle Safe Bathurst of Bathurst
• The Haven Womens Shelter

Queensland

• Civic Assist of Kearneys Spring
• Jason Stanley of Tamborine Mountain
• Queensland Traffic Offenders Program – QTOP
• The Migrant Centre Organisation Inc. of Southport

Let’s meet this year’s winners.

New South Wales Award Winner

This is the 2nd year we have proudly sponsored the safety award, and we are thrilled to announce that the team at Cycle Safe Bathurst is this year’s winner of the Synaco by Synergie Safety Award in New South Wales for 2024.

Cycle Safe Bathurst is committed to making the roads of Bathurst a safer place for cyclists.

Inspired by the tragic loss of a local cyclist, Cycle Safe is a not-for-profit organisation that partners with community members and government agencies to enhance cycling infrastructure and promote safe road practices.

One of their key initiatives, “Look Out at Roundabouts!” has reached over 420,000 people, raising crucial awareness about cycling safety. By educating both drivers and cyclists on how to navigate roundabouts safely, they aim to significantly reduce accidents.

Their evidence-based approach benefits everyone on the road, including motorists and pedestrians, encouraging a culture of mindfulness and shared responsibility for a safer Bathurst.

Queensland Award Winner

We have proudly sponsored the Community Achievement Awards in Queensland for a sixth year and are excited to continue congratulating excellence in safety. This year, Synaco by Synergie is thrilled for this year’s Queensland recipient Civic Assist of Kearneys Spring.

Civic Assist of Kearneys Spring is dedicated to promoting safety and providing support within the community. This charity empowers individuals through initiatives such as the Youth Street Crew and the Safe Night Precinct.

For over 17 years, Civic Assist has supported young people aged 12 to 24, helping them manage stress and anxiety. They also provide practical assistance to families facing challenges such as homelessness and domestic violence. Among their achievements, Civic Assist has distributed 20,240 bottles of water, facilitated over 5,500 meaningful interactions, and conducted 735 interventions during late-night operations.

Civic Assist demonstrates that everyone can contribute to creating a better tomorrow by fostering a positive environment in the Toowoomba community.

We thank our esteemed judges who redoubled their commitment and avowed dedication to the process to ensure the success of the awards program. The victors-corporates, individuals, and community organisations have made great strides in the interests of our common good. Our gratitude also goes to all those who, through their nominations, contributed to the success of this event since these nominees, by their very existence, remind us of all of their outstanding achievements. 

We at Synaco by Synergie are dedicated to supporting our employees. We work hard to provide the resources and support they need to succeed in their roles.

At Synaco by Synergie, a 55-year-old global workforce solutions team, we are deeply committed to workplace safety. This commitment, combined with our focus on providing a supportive working environment, ensures that our employees have the safe and secure workplace they deserve. 

Our Australian-wide labour-hire recruitment services enable us to partner with employers of all sizes across many industries. An essential part of our unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our employees consists of our representative spending plenty of time in the field, attending pre-start and safety meetings, training sessions, inductions, work area inspections, and other essential assessments. 

At Synaco by Synergie, we champion safe, productive workplaces – and would be more than happy to assist you with your next career move. The list of our current vacancies is available here.