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CQUniversity Digital Technologies Awards

Hosted by the Business Liaison Association (BLA) in partnership with local schools and community stakeholders in Cairns, North Queensland.

Bridging pathways between education, training and employment.

 

OVERVIEW

CQUniversity Digital Technologies Awards recognise and reward innovation, creativity, and technical skill in Digital Technologies among secondary students across Far North Queensland.

This initiative supports students in Years 9–12 who are exploring future pathways in technology-related fields through both curricular and personal projects.

Open to all secondary students, the competition provides a platform for young developers, designers, and digital creators to showcase their work to the community, educators, and industry professionals.

 

CONDITIONS OF ENTRY

Schools can nominate student enrolled in Digital Technology subjects in Years 11 – 12 and Years 9 – 10.

The competition is comprised of two categories – Senior (Years 11 – 12) and Junior (Years 9 – 10). When submitting nominate which category the applicant is entering upon submission.

 

CATAGORIES/ PRIZES

Senior (Years 11 and 12):

Winner                      $350.00

Runner Up               $250.00

Third Place              $200.00

 

Junior Category (Years 9 and 10):

Winner                      $350.00

Runner Up               $250.00

Third Place              $200.00

Closing Date: Friday 30th October, 2026


Downloads

1. CQU Digital Technologies Award 2025.pdf

2. CQUniversity Digital Technologies_Application Form 2025.pdf


For more details, please contact the coordinator shown below:

Coordinator: Joshua Whitehouse

Email: jwhit618@eq.edu.au

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