Ganbina has recognized that for young indigenous people to succeed in the Shepparton and Mooroopna area, they face significant barriers. Additionally, they carry the burden of being leaders and role models. In 2004 Ganbina established awards in the areas of education, training and employment to acknowledge the achievements and efforts of some of these individuals and to encourage them on their journeys forward. Nominations for the Achievement Awards, comprising a certificate and cheque, are sought annually from:

• young people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent
• less than 25 years old (as at 31 December each year)
• from the Shepparton or Mooroopna area
• who are currently in fulltime education, training or paid employment.