Claude Crockford Sustainability & Environmental Award

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In these times of heightened environmental awareness and regulation, the ASTMA Claude Crockford Sustainability & Environmental Award, sponsored by Syngenta, takes on great significance. With sportsfields, grounds and golf courses now under increasing public and legislative scrutiny, environmental management and responsibility has become a primary concern for the modern day sports turf manager.

The man who this award is named after was a champion of sustainability and the environment, and the legacy Claude Crockford left at Royal Melbourne Golf Club continues in this award which recognises excellence in environmental management at sports & recreation facilities.

This award has become one of the most sought after at the annual presentation ceremony and always attracts a highly competitive field of nominees. Winning the ASTMA Claude Crockford Sustainability & Environmental Award provides a huge fillip for the turf manager and his or her crew, and is something that the entire club can take pride in.

Prize

The winner of the Claude Crockford award will be bestowed a bursary of $5000 that may be used toward further education or an ASTMA approved study tour.

Eligibility

Nominees for the ASTMA Claude Crockford Environmental Award must work within an organisation that employs a current ASTMA member. Nominations will be accepted from ASTMA members, club representatives, industry consultants and allied industry bodies.  All valid nominations will be judged individually by members of the ASTMA Board with input from independent industry experts as required.

Judging Criteria

• Description of the current course/facility environs.

• Demonstrate the commitment to the protection of the existing natural environment, environmental best practice and environmental stewardship.

• Demonstrate the commitment to land management and sustainability

• Detail any implemented projects that highlight sustainable and environmental commitment.

• Engaging the community

Nominations

The ASTMA accepts award nominations all year round. 

Nominations for the 2025 Claude Crockford Award have now closed.  Nominations for 2026 can be submitted via the web form below or by downloading the  linked editable pdf and checklist  an editable work document can be requested from simone@astma.com.au

Past Recipients 

Claude Crockford Nomination Form