2025 Victorian Trans Visibility Awards finalists announced

Transgender Victoria has announced the finalists for the Trans Visibility Awards, an award recognising transgender, gender diverse and non-binary people and allies making a difference across the state.

“This year’s finalists are an inspiring testament to the strength, creativity, and leadership within our TGD communities,” said TGV CEO Dr Son Vivienne. “We're thrilled to shine a spotlight on these individuals who are creating real change and celebrating trans joy in all its forms.”

Winners will be revealed at the Gender Revel Gala on Friday 7 November, a centrepiece of Trans Month, TGV’s program of events running throughout November.

The 2025 finalists

REGIONAL STAR AWARD

• Casper Horne
• Canon O’Saurus
• Sammi Louise

CREATIVE EXCELLENCE AWARD

• Oliver Ayers
• Nikki Viveca
• Dax Carnay-Hanrahan

CHANGEMAKER AWARD

• Witt Gorrie
• Heti MacKallah
• Jack Riley
• Sav Zwickl

INFLUENCER AWARD

• Finn Sterling
• Dani Leever
• Ella Mason

UNSUNG HERO AWARD

• Ochre Shaw
• Salem Fluke
• Francine Ellis
• Lumen Gorrie

YOUNG LEADER AWARD

• Mahia Furia
• Wolfie Sun
• Belial B’Zarr

LEGACY AWARD

• Sally Goldner
• Julie Jones

ALLY OF THE YEAR

• Gemma Saunders
• Sue and Haydn Sheehan
• Genevieve Williams
• Penny Westgate and Annie Mulcahy

The Gender Revel Gala is pitched as an evening to “revel in everything that brings true joy and euphoria,” with food, drinks and an all-trans lineup of performances alongside the award presentations. “The gala is a chance for our TGD communities, allies, and partners to come together in celebration,” Dr Vivienne said. “It will be a night of connection, joy, and performance, and we look forward to honouring this year’s award recipients.”

Tickets for the Gender Revel gala are on sale now.