Awarded to a project that has empowered patients and consumers to take control of their health and manage their own health condition. Youth Health Consultant Initiative, NSLHD Health Promotion​​

Acknowledges innovative projects and programs that encourage the delivery of integrated care.Frailty Initiative, Hornsby Hospital

Recognises excellence in developing original and effective solutions to problems or challenges outside the clinical setting.Executive Operational Huddles, Executive Team, Hornsby Hospital

​​In recognition of a project that has taken every opportunity to work in partnership with patients and consumers to build and maintain wellness.Community Mental Health Gym Program, Ryde Community Mental Health Service

​In recognition of a project that demonstrates commitment to continual improvement and a focus on quality and safety in caring for patients, consumers and our community. Reducing time in seclusion, Mental​ Health Intensive Care Unit, Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Mental Health service

Recognises and showcases innovation in improving the quality and safety of mental health care within programs.Mental Health Intensive Care Unit Metabolics, Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Mental Health Service​

Recognises projects that have identified and implemented a local solution to meet the needs of their patients, consumers, carers or staff. Reducing inappropriate arterial blood gas testing, Intensive Care Unit, Royal North Shore Hospital​

Recognises research projects that demonstrate commitment to continual improvement and a focus on changing practice through evidence based care.Keeping Sweethearts Together, Neonatal Intensive ​Care Unit, Royal North Shore Hospital​

Awarded to a project that has gone above and beyond to improve the patient, carer and family experience of a health service, clinic or visit. Eyes Open Project, Ophthalmology Clinic, Ambulatory Care, Royal North Shore Hospital​