126 stories to celebrate:
Westfield Local Heroes announced for 2025

Westfield destinations across Australia and New Zealand have announced their Westfield Local Heroes for 2025, celebrating individuals and their organisations who have made a significant impact in their communities.

Now in its eighth year, the Westfield Local Heroes program has awarded over $AUD 9.8 million in grants to 991 community organisations since its inception in 2018. The program recognises and celebrates individuals and groups dedicated to their communities by shining a spotlight on nominees and their work. The successful Hero from each of the 42 Westfield destinations is awarded a $20,000 grant for the organisation or group they represent, and the two finalists each receive a $5,000 grant.

Our Westfield Hurstville Westfield Local Hero finalists for 2025: Ramya Badrintha, Alana Singleton and Nick Oong

Earlier in the year, Australians and Kiwis were invited to nominate people who go above and beyond for their local community or environment. The voting phase saw a record number of votes cast by 74,000 members of the public across Australia and New Zealand, selecting the successful Westfield Local Hero grant recipient at each Westfield destination.

Pam Wilson, Scentre Group National Community Experience Manager said: “We are thrilled to announce the Westfield Local Heroes grant recipients for 2025 and recognise the positive impacts these people are making within our community.

“As we round out the eighth year of the program, we continue to be astounded by the selfless contributions these individuals make, and we’re pleased to be able to recognise their achievements and grow their impact through the program.”

This year, Westfield has awarded 126 grants across Australia and New Zealand through the Westfield Local Heroes program. Nominations for 2026 Westfield Local Heroes are now open, offering more opportunities for grant support to benefit local communities.

For more information, visit www.westfield.com.au/local-heroes | https://www.westfield.co.nz/local-heroes or your local Westfield centre website.

*Westfield Local Heroes grants are provided in Australian and New Zealand dollars.