Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote, it means a lot to our wonderful finalists who make a real difference.
Voting for the Queensland Bus Driver of the Year Awards closed on Sunday 22 March 2026.
Winners will be announced mid-April 2026. Keep an eye on our social media and website for the latest updates!
Meet the finalists
South East Queensland Bus Driver of the Year
Jeraldine Graham
Jeraldine makes great service seem effortless and Northsiders have noticed.
Kate Penkeyman
Kate didn’t sign up to be a Yarrabilba celebrity, but here we are! She drives every urban bus in town, but how?
Mary Hellesoe
Mary‘s professionalism is complemented by her dance moves. Don’t believe it? Just watch.
Regional Queensland Bus Driver of the Year
Bonnie Snow
Cairns local driver Bonnie strives to make the world a better place, one bus ride at a time.
David Bussey
Airlie Beach golden boy, Buzz the bus driver gives it a third try. Is this his year to win?!
Ravinder Mangat
Ravi rolls out the welcome mat to all in his much-loved city of Toowoomba.
School Bus Driver of the Year
Colin Hobson
Colin has built a whole community on his West Brisbane school bus. Students and parents are singing his praises.
Geordie Scott
Mackay school kids call Geordie the GOAT. Find out why.
Lisa Bathern
Townsville families can’t get enough of Lisa and her school run. Seems the feeling is mutual.