Nominate the next Aussie of the Year

ADF personnel have been challenged to nominate a fellow member and any other person they believe is contributing to the Australian community for the annual Australian of the Year Awards.

Nominations are sought in four categories: Australian of the Year; Senior Australian of the Year (60 years and over); Young Australian of the Year (16 to 25 years); and Local Hero.

According to former Olympian Lisa Curry-Kenney, chair of the National Australia Day Council, the awards provide an opportunity to recognise and celebrate everyday Australians who make an outstanding contribution to the community.

“These awards recognise outstanding contributions to Australia. Something our Service men and women make everyday. We’d love to hear the stories of the men and women who so ably protect our nation,” she said.

In 2005, Air Vice-Marshal Julie Hammer was named ACT Australian of the Year and was a national finalist for the Australian of the Year Award.

“I encourage Service people to nominate someone who is contributing to the Australian community. It’s a wonderful way to say ‘thank you’ to them for the difference they’ve made,” she said.

Nominations are open until August 29. Nomination forms are available at any branch of the Commonwealth Bank, by calling 1300 655 193, or online at www.australianoftheyear.com.au.

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