29/06/2026
As we conclude our celebration of the QIWRN Awards 2026, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to all of this year's award recipients.
The QIWRN Awards celebrate the dedication, leadership, and achievements of Indigenous women rangers across Queensland. Every day, women rangers play a vital role in caring for Country—protecting land and sea Country, preserving cultural knowledge, managing natural resources, supporting healthy ecosystems, and strengthening communities. Their work is essential to the wellbeing of Country, culture, and future generations.
Congratulations to our 2026 award recipients:
🏆 Ranger Coordinator Award
Chantel Van Wamelen
Butchula Land & Sea Ranger Program
🏆 Ranger of the Year Award
Angelina Williams
Apudthama Land & Sea Rangers – Injinoo Northern Peninsula Area Rangers
🏆 Senior Ranger Award
Roeina Edmund
Darumbal Rangers – Darumbal People Aboriginal Corporation RNTBC
🏆 Young Ranger Award
Shantaishe ConGoo
Girringun Rangers – Girringun Aboriginal Corporation
🏆 Lifetime Achievement Award
Laurissa Mundraby
Djunbunji Land & Sea Mandingalbay Ranger – Dugalunji Aboriginal Corporation
Congratulations to each of our award winners. Your dedication, resilience, leadership, and commitment to caring for Country continue to inspire and make a lasting difference. Thank you for the invaluable work you do for your communities, for Country, and for future generations.
We also acknowledge and celebrate all of the incredible Indigenous women rangers across Queensland. Your contributions are deeply valued, and we look forward to continuing to recognise and celebrate your achievements through the QIWRN Awards in the years ahead.