An awards day was held on October 30 to recognise outstanding teams and individuals from across the 19 campuses.

Murray Dryburgh, Mal Henman and Josie Marks from the Leeton Narrandera Campuses were recognised for their work.

Institute director Rosemary Campbell said the staff that received awards thoroughly deserved them.

"I am always being told that we are doing special things here at Riverina Institute, but we don't often get the chance to formally acknowledge the people who are making it happen," she said.

"These awards allow us to recognise and celebrate those staff who are providing brilliant learning experiences to students.

"Not everyone works on the front line directly with students, but everyone has contributed their passion, intellect, inventiveness and energy to make sure that the experience students or business and community clients have, is exceptionally rewarding."

Mr Dryburgh received a staff excellence award for work in his field of electrotechnology, with students under his guidance continually graduating at a high standard and regularly taking out Institute, Campus and statewide awards.

Country Energy representative David Nardi said Mr Dryburgh was deserving of the award.

"He's an inspirational no nonsense teacher who is passionate about creating knowledge in those he teaches," he said.

"His support and development of students extends beyond the responsibilities of a teacher and many consider him as a mentor and friend.

"I commend him on his professionalism and achievements and thank him for the support and development he has given our many apprentices over the years."

Ms Marks also received a staff excellence award for her efforts as a teacher and liaison officer.

She has built a relationship between all of the high schools in the regionc and the LYNVET LYNKS program.

Ms Marks has also been instrumental in driving initiatives such as Taste of TAFE programs, Maths in Trade days and promoting VET courses.