The Crichton Award aims to recognise and encourage new talent in the field of Australian children’s book illustration. It is administered by the Victorian Branch of the CBCA and the judging panel of three is nominated and elected by the executive of the Victorian Branch.
| McFadden, Clare | The Flying Orchestra | |
| Mitchell, Sarah Kate | Starry Starry Night | |
| Stewart, Lisa Written by Kerry Brown |
Can I Cuddle the Moon? | |
| Thomas, Adele K Written by Peter Macinnis |
The Monster Maintenance Manual | |
| Thompson, Jo Written by Paul Collins |
The Glasshouse | |
| Wiltshire, Jonah and Evie & Hamilton, Sheryl | The Lighthouse Kids of Maatsuyker Island |
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