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.