Voting has now closed

Thank you for voting for your 2026 Westfield Local Hero. Voting has now closed and the successful finalists will be announced on 20 October.  

In 2026, up to $AUD1.25 million will be provided in community grants by Scentre Group, owner of Westfield destinations in Australia and New Zealand. 

The successful hero for each of our 42 Westfield destinations is awarded a $20,000 grant for the organisation or group they represent, and each finalist receives a $5,000 grant for their organisation or group. 

To learn more about the 2026 Westfield Local Hero finalists, please select your local Westfield destination below:

*Westfield Local Heroes grants are provided in Australian and New Zealand dollars. Total grants in 2026 up to $AUD1.25m.

Recognising all our 2026 nominees and their organisations