We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2025 Energy Networks Awards.

This year we received a record number of nominations, with judges highlighting the exceptional quality of entries across the board. The standard was so high that selecting finalists was a challenging task.

Congratulations to the finalists (unordered):

Industry Innovation Award finalists: 

• Live Line Transmission Works, AusNet
• Energy storage as a Service, Ausgrid
• V2G – The journey has begun, Essential Energy
• Flying Towards Safety: A new era in bushfire risk and asset management, Endeavour Energy

Women in Networks Award finalists:

• Cathryn McDonald, SA Power Networks 
• Fatima Bazzi, Ausgrid
• Carla Basden, Western Power
• Allison Purnell-Sullivan, SA Power Networks 

Individual Contribution Award finalists:

• Hadi Lomei, Essential Energy
• Lucy Holder, AusNet
• Peter Iancov, Zinfra

Consumer Engagement Award finalists:

• Empowering and energising community: The Wanaruah/Wonnarua Community Energy Strategy, Ausgrid
• ElectriFAIRcation, AusNet
• 2024 Far West NSW Blackout Response, Essential Energy

We also extend sincere thanks to everyone who submitted a nomination. The breadth of projects and achievements showcased is a reminder of the innovation, dedication and impact within our industry.

We wish all finalists the very best of luck and look forward to celebrating with you at the Awards Dinner, where we’ll come together to recognise the outstanding contributions of our sector.