Integrated-learning peak body ACEN has announced the short-lists for its three awards.

Local hero: HerCanberra (citylife website) provides work experience and skills development for media and comms students. Nominated by the University of Canberra. North Construction and Building, nominated by the University of Newcastle. Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland, nominated by UoQ.

Collaboration award: four hotel chains nominated by Southern Cross U’s hotel school. Hunter Imaging Group (medical diagnostics) nominated by the University of Newcastle. Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, nominated by Griffith U’s business school.

Case studies award: Peer2Peer (social media consultancy) nominated by UniSouth Australia. Community engagement and employability scheme, internships organised by Griffith U. Interdisciplinary projects in Malaysia, organised by Macquarie U.