Cairns and Rockhampton Finalists Announced for the 2025 Shirley Treacy Awards
On Sunday 7 September, dancers from across the region took to the stage in Cairns and Rockhampton for the 2025 Shirley Treacy Awards.
This year marked an exciting milestone, with candidates performing on stage for the first time before a live audience of family, friends, teachers, and esteemed adjudicators. The day began with open classes in the morning, followed by solo performances from the selected regional finalists in the afternoon. The talent, artistry, and dedication on display made for an inspiring celebration of dance.
Cairns
Adjudicator Daniella Crismani said:
“It is always a joy to see the next generation of dancers step onto the stage for the first time. It truly takes a village to raise a dancer, and I acknowledge the dedication of parents, teachers, and the broader dance community in supporting these young artists.”
2025 Shirley Treacy Awards – Cairns Results
Grade 4 and 5
Honourable Mention
105C – Matthew Wingham, Dance Junction
Overall Award Finalists
111C – Ashley Ekert, Turning Pointe Dance Studios
112C – Mikaylee Hastie, FNQ Dance Academy
Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate
Honourable Mention
209C – Tane Coleman, Julia Macalpine Dance Studio
Overall Award Finalists
202C – Ruby Tuxworth, Turning Pointe Dance Studios
205C – Cayden Connors, Turning Pointe Dance Studios
Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 and Advanced 2
Overall Award Finalists
301C – Tiffany Kay, FNQ Dance Academy
302C – Hannah Rose Rayment, FNQ Dance Academy
Rockhampton
The Rockhampton Shirley Treacy Awards were held at The Rockhampton Grammar School, Dance and Musical Theatre Academy.
Adjudicator Annette Roselli enjoyed her time with the students, while class teacher Michele Ryan presented beautiful and inspiring classes.
2025 Shirley Treacy Awards – Rockhampton Results
Grade 4 and 5
Honourable Mention
110 – Ella Peters, Rockhampton Academy of Dancing
Overall Award Finalists
107 – Cooper Burke, Capricorn School of Dancing
114 – Claudia-Joy Pratt, Rockhampton Academy of Dancing
Intermediate Foundation and Intermediate
Honourable Mention
203 – Grace Killion-Fisher, Capricorn School of Dancing
Overall Award Finalists
204 – Lewis Jahnke, Capricorn School of Dancing
207 – Gianna Torres, Capricorn School of Dancing
Advanced Foundation, Advanced 1 and Advanced 2
Honourable Mention
305 – Gracie Finch, Emerald Academy of Dance
Overall Award Finalists
301 – Sienna Westcott, Capricorn School of Dancing
304 – Ella Mackie, Capricorn School of Dancing
These dancers will now join finalists from Mackay and Townsville in the running for the overall awards. The recordings of each overall finalist’s performance will be reviewed by guest adjudicators before the winners are announced at the Online Awards Presentation on Sunday 14 September, open for all to attend via Zoom.
Named in honour of Shirley Treacy OAM, a Townsville-born RAD life member and esteemed educator, these Awards reflect her lifelong dedication to dance and education. Winners of the Shirley Treacy Awards also have the opportunity to be fast-tracked as finalists for the prestigious 2026 Jacqueline Morland Awards.
