The workforce behind Fool Savant (Charlie Lehmann & Alice Newport) know that issues can appear just a little Sydney-centric typically, in order that they’re giving everybody in each state the chance to name their people out, share one of the best Kooks, and have a good time all issues Fool Savant.

From June eighth to July seventh, state-by-state voting might be open to determine one of the best Fool Savants from round Australia.

The entries with probably the most nominations in every state will make the Nationwide Fool Savant Finals, which might be hosted at Sydney Bar Week in September. Voting for the finalists might be reside from July 14^th to August 11^th.

Charlie and Alice have labored onerous to verify this yr’s occasion is inclusive of the entire nation and that they shine a lightweight on the wonderful venues and absolute ridiculousness across the nation. “We’re working with folks in every metropolis to verify everybody is aware of they’re a part of Fool Savant,” says Lehman. They’ve purchased Jess Arnott (WA), Josh Nicholson (VIC), Marnie Bugeja (QLD), Rohan Massie (TAS), Anneliese Grazioli (NT), Sean Howard (SA) and Stu Inger (ACT) to champion the awards in every state and territory.

True to the pair behind the awards, and in whole Fool Savant model, they’ll be internet hosting an enormous get together as a part of Sydney Bar Week on Sunday, September eighth, from 9pm to late — first in, finest dressed on the day.

As at all times, the Fool Savant 2024 Awards might be concerning the enjoyable instances, with drink specials, impolite chat, and a stripped-back awards ceremony.

Observe the Fool Savant Instagram @idiotsavantawards and preserve a watch out for updates in your native Bartender Exchanges.

This yr’s classes are:

In honour of Gregor De Gruyther, this award shines a lightweight on an absolute legend and chief of the business.

The venue the place the get together can’t escape you. The last word dangerzone.

The human model of probably the most Ruckus Bar.

No extra for you. Have a break. Have a Package Kat.

Ship in your movies, you rattling Kook.

The whole lot goes full circle.

#youreboringme #clarifiedmilkpunch

Ship images (of the bathrooms, not the actions)

#voteforidiotsavant2023

At all times say sober what you stated you’d say if you had been drunk. In any other case, preserve your mouth shut.

State voting open from June eighth – July 7^th

Finals Nationwide Voting from July 14^th – August 11^th

NSW – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YD87TRR

QLD – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PGFSG3J

VIC – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PGMG3HF

WA – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YDLVJPP

SA – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PGBHFRX

ACT – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PG3WXL3

TAS – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PGHSMW9

NT – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PGGT6FS

For additional particulars, please contact Charlie Lehmann or Alice Newport at idiotsavantau@gmail.com

The Fool Savant 2024 is a part of the Sydney Bar Week line-up, which might be held from September 7 to 11, 2024. Head to sydneybarweek.com.au for all the newest updates, and observe us on socials @sydneybarweek or @australianbartender.