Queensland Bus Driver of the Year Awards

Vote now in the Bus Driver of the Year Awards

Vote now in Queensland's Bus Driver of the Year Awards

Thank you, Queensland! Together, you sent in over 1,300 nominations for local bus drivers who keep our communities moving every day. 

Our judging panel have announced nine finalists vying for three titles; South East Queensland, Regional and School Bus Driver of the Year. 

Vote now

Voting is open until 11:59pm (AEST) Sunday 22 March.

About the awards

The Queensland Bus Driver of the Year Awards celebrate the great drivers who go above and beyond to make travel safe, friendly and reliable for everyone.

We're recognising drivers across three categories:
 

South East Queensland 

Bus Driver of the Year 

This category highlights the bus drivers who serve the bustling urban communities of South East Queensland.

Regional

Bus Driver of the Year

This category honours the bus drivers who keep people connected in remote and rural regions of Queensland.

School

Bus Driver of the Year

This category celebrates the dedicated bus drivers who ensure our children travel safely to and from school.

Nominate a driver

1
13 October - 2 November 2025

Vote for a driver

2
March 2026

Winners announced

3
April 2026