Queensland Bus Driver of the Year Awards

Thanks for nominating!

Nominations for the Queensland Bus Driver of the Year Awards are now closed. 

Thank you to everyone who took the time to say, ‘thank you, driver’. Your nominations mean a lot and help us recognise the drivers who make a real difference. 

We’ve received some great stories from across Queensland and are now working with our delivery partners to identify all the nominated drivers.

What happens next?

  • Winners of the ten $150 gift cards will be drawn on Wednesday 5 November 2025 and notified.
  • Our judging panel will select three finalists in each category, to be announced in March 2026.
  • You'll then have the chance to vote for your favourite bus driver.

Keep an eye on our social media for the latest updates.

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