On Saturday evening the dome of Brisbane's City Hall glowed rainbow as the 57th annual Queens Ball Awards were celebrated underneath. Each year the Queens Ball Awards recognises and honours the individuals, organisations, and events that have contributed to Queensland's beautiful and diverse LGBTI community.

This year was no different. Over a dozen members of our community had their outstanding achievements celebrated in front of the sell-out event. Without further ado, the winners of the 57th annual Queens Ball Awards are as follows.

Activist of the Year: Matilda Alexander

Trans Activist of the Year: Paige Krystal Wilcox

Intersex Activist of the Year: Alex David

First Nations Leadership and Engagement Award: Aunty Dawn Daylight.

Ally of the Year: Shelley Argent

Volunteer of the Year: Matilda Alexander

Artist of the Year: Joel Devereux

Performer of the Year: Kryptonite

Media Personality of the Year: Michael James

DJ of the Year: DJ Merlin

Drag Performer of the Year: Candy Surprise

Regular Event of the Year: Balls OUT Bingo Brisbane

Annual Event of the Year: Big Gay Day

Adult Venue of the Year: Number 29

Licensed Venue of the Year: The Sportsman Hotel

Community Social Group of the Year: Brisbears

Community Support Group of the Year: LGBTI Community Legal Service

Young Achievement Award: Josh Goyne

Lifetime Achievement Award: Aunty Dawn Daylight

Lifetime Achievement Award: John Hannay

Brisbane Pride Proud Award: Shaz Gerchow & Peter Black.

Congratulations to not only this year's winners but also the other finalists that were nominated, we're eternally thankful for all the work that they have done to enrich our community. Nice job!

You can watch the entirety of the night by clicking HERE!