Long Tan Leadership + Teamwork Awards

The ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards started in 2006 and aim to recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader local community. At the same time, they recognise those who display strong values, such as doing one’s best, respect for others and “mateship”, that are integral to Australian society.

The awards are an important initiative by the Australian Government in conjunction with the Australian Defence Force designed to encourage senior students – tomorrow’s leaders – to actively participate in the life of their schools and local communities. In 2007 some 2100 schools participated in the awards and almost 5400 students received certificates and cheques. In 2008 the number of schools participating rose to over 2350 and almost 6000 students were rewarded.

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Michael, Year 11, Castle Hill High School, NSW
Year 11 Castle Hill High School student Michael has been recognised with an ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award for his unique approach to community involvement.

The young athlete used his cycling prowess to raise money for cancer research by riding more than 1000 kilometres from Melbourne to Castle Hill.

The idea was conceived by Michael himself who was influenced by the plight of cancer sufferers and their families. He surprised even himself after his trip raised $17,000 for research into the disease.

The ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards recognise young Australians for resourcefulness, dedication and community involvement.

Michael’s use of initiative to raise money for a great cause has earned him a $250 cheque and certificate and has certainly raised the bar for his peers.

Abira ,Year 11 Strathfield Girls High School, NSW

Abira from Strathfield Girls High School has been rewarded with an ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award for her contribution to her school and local community.

Abira enthusiastically represented her school as a delegate in the Model United Nations Assembly and is a very vocal member of the school’s Student Representative Council.

When she is not busy participating in school activities, Abira spends time volunteering at the Ashfield Soup Kitchen which provides food for the homeless and disadvantaged people from the local area.

The ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Awards champion the values of resourcefulness, cooperation and community involvement, values which have all been demonstrated by this dedicated and active Year 11 student.

Abira received a $250 cheque and certificate for her outstanding performance.

Sarah (Year 10), Emma (Year 11) and Wesley (Year12) Kilcoy State High School, QLD

Three students from Kilcoy State High School received the ADF Long Tan Leadership & Teamwork awards, in recognition of their outstanding contribution to their school and wider communities.

The Australian Defence Force initiative has been designed to recognise young Australians who demonstrate leadership and teamwork qualities.

Coaching and organising a junior school debating group, and volunteering as a first aid officer for sporting teams, earned Year 12 student Wesley a 2008 ADF Long Tan Leadership and Teamwork Award.

Emma , in Year 11, had also supported a number of community events and her strong leadership skills were evident during her participation in the World Vision Youth Conference and binge drinking forums.

Year 10 student Sarah was recognised for her hard work in organising fundraising activities for various causes, including the 40 Hour Famine, RSPCA Cake Day and World Tree Day.

Sarah, Emma and Wesley received $100, $250 and $500 respectively, and a certificate at a school presentation in late October 2008.

Wesley (Yr 12), Emma (Year 11), Sarah (Year 10)

Adam, Year 11 Australian Technical College – North Brisbane, QLD

Local student Adam was recognised for his contribution to the local community with an ADF Long Tan Leadership & Teamwork Award.

The Awards were developed by the Australian Defence Force to highlight the great work of young Australians at school and in the wider community.

Adam, a Year 11 student-apprentice at Australian Technical College – North Brisbane, was selected as a winner for his community work. An apprentice chef, Adam often volunteers his time and expertise for events such as the local council’s ‘What’s Cooking in the Park’ event, which attracted huge crowds.

Adam is also an accomplished didgeridoo player, and has proudly represented our country by performing in China on two different occasions earlier this year.

He received a $250 cheque and a certificate in recognition of his efforts at the College’s Gala Awards Dinner held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in early November 2008.