Excellence Gala 2024 Highlights

On Friday 27 September, MercyCare staff and volunteers gathered for the Excellence Gala held at the Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre to celebrate the talent and commitment that defines our organisation.

It was such a joy to celebrate those who consistently go above and beyond in their roles, embodying the core values of our organisation. From exceptional teamwork to outstanding leadership, each recipient has made a lasting impact on our mission and the communities we serve.

The Excellence Gala is more than just an event – it’s a celebration of the spirit of collaboration and innovation that drives our success. By recognising the unique contributions of our staff and volunteers, we hope to highlight the importance of fostering a culture of appreciation, growth, and support.

We’d like to congratulate all of the winners and nominees on their hard work. Our staff and volunteers are the heart of our organisation, and through these awards, we express our gratitude for their unwavering dedication, and exemplary performance.

Award Winners

• Safety & Wellbeing Award – Anna Brancato
• Customer Care Award – Sonam Wangden
• Service Excellence Award – Harman Park Community Day Centre
• Quality & Innovation Award – Prakash Lamichhane
• Achieving Together Award – Amber Youth Team
• Group Leadership Award – Minnie Njenga
• Home of the Year Award – Wembley
• Catherine McAuley Award – Manjusha Subhash

Here’s what our staff had to say…

“I had such an amazing time! Between the venue, the entertainment, and celebrating our staff it has been the best MercyCare event I have been to so far!”

“I had the pleasure of attending this year’s work gala, and it was superb, by far the best compared to previous years. The event was exceptionally well-organised, creating a seamless and enjoyable experience. Huge credit to the organisers for their hard work and flawless execution—deserving of a standing ovation!”

“Incredible event, connecting and celebrating our team and accomplishments – marketing did an amazing job bringing this together – the room and venue looked stunning – it was classy, elegant and simply a night to remember!”

Special Thanks

We are so grateful for the support of our sponsors, suppliers, and entertainment for ensuring that the night was a success! A special mention goes to Charlotte Metcalfe-Parsons from the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, Liam Guiney from Phenomenon, and Jesse Macharper from AV Partners, we couldn’t have done it without you!