Brad Robertson was a soldier who served with the Regiment from 1977 to 1983, after being identified as the most outstanding soldier of his intake.
He left the Army in the early 80's and joined the Victorian police, but he never lost touch with the Regiment he made a point of attending Regimental Birthday functions, Cambrai Day celebrations and, in particular, the 1992 Paratus Reunion. He was always known for his love of life. Whilst in the Regiment he quickly mastered the skills needed of a crew commander and was a member of the B Sqn troop which won the Paratus Cup in 1981.
Tragically, he was killed in a police scuba diving accident in Port Phillip Bay in 1993. His father, WNGCDR Bernie Robertson (Rtd), has established the Brad Robertson Memorial Award so that the Regiment will not forget a fine soldier and comrade.
The award takes the form of Longines wrist watches, awarded to soldiers of the Regiment who are conspicuous by their constant effort to excel and also demonstrate integrity, loyalty and high standard of soldier qualities.
Further information about Brad Robertson can be found on this web page.
Click on the link below to view a list of all previous recipients of the Brad Robertson Memorial Awards.
Brad Robertson Memorial Award Recipients
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| Brad Robertson (Second From Front) |
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| WGCDR Robertson with four recipients at the Abrams handover |
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| Recipients 2003 with CO, LTCOL Cantwell |
The Junior Non-Commissioned Officer (JNCO)of the year is an annual award given to the best JNCO in the Regiment for the year. The 1st Armoured Regiment Association also donates awards to supplement recognition on the perpetual trophy.
The subject must be an example for other JNCO in the Unit to emulate. They must have performed to a standard above that of their peers throughout the year and must have consistently demonstrated the leadership and professional qualities expected of a JNCO in 1st Armoured Regiment.
| Year | Name | Rank |
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| 2005 |
B.A. Hoy |
Corporal |
| 2005 |
G.L. Scholz |
Corporal |
| 2006 |
A.C. Vallas |
Corporal |
| 2007 |
Harris |
Corporal |
The Soldier of the Year is an annual award given to the best soldier in the Regiment. The trophy was presented to the Regiment by LTCOL R.E Bird in 1973. The 1st Armoured Regiment Association also generously donates individual awards to supplement recongition on the perpetual trophy.
The soldier of the year is chosen as an example for other soldiers in the Regiment to emulate. They must have performed to a standard above that of their peers throughout the year and must have consistently demonstrated the leadership and professional qualities expected of a soldier in 1st Armoured Regiment.
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| The R.E Bird Trophy - Soldier of the Year |
| Year | Name | Rank |
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| 2005 |
J.W. Gardner |
Trooper |
| 2006 |
L.A. Judd |
Trooper |
The Pogo Cup is an award given to the best non-RAAC Soldier/Non-Commissioned Officer in 1st Armoured Regiment. The trophy was presented to the Regiment by the 1st Armoured Division HQ Squadron and 2/1st Armoured Brigade Recce Squadron, 2nd AIF 1941-1946.
The best 'Pogo' is determined by examining all round performance in the logistic support trades.
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| The Pogo Cup |
| Year | Name | Rank |
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| 2005 |
B.J. Jones |
Lance Corporal |
| 2006 |
M.A. Shoemark |
Corporal |
| 2007 |
Kiddle |
Pte |
The Cupka Cup is presented to the best Corporal Tank Commander of the Regiment. The trophy was presented to the Regiment in 2004 by LTCOL D. Cantwell in rememberance of Corporal Tom Cupka, an outstanding NCO who died in a motor vehicle accident in 2004.
The award seeks to recognise the Corporal who has excelled as a Tank Troop Corporal - this award is selected by the Corporals conducting a peer-review of themselves.
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| The Cupka Cup |
| Year | Name | Rank |
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| 2006 |
Howson |
Corporal |
| 2007 |
M. P. Turner |
Corporal |
