MEDIA RELEASE
THURSDAY 30 AUGUST 2007
Nominations for Australian of the Year Awards close tomorrow
Nominations for Australian of the Year, Senior Australian of the Year, Young Australian of the Year and Australia's Local Hero close tomorrow, Friday, 31 August 2007.
The National Australia Day Council, which runs the Australian of the Year Awards program, today reminded the public to submit their nominations before 5pm Friday.
"Nominating someone you admire is a quick and simple process so get your nomination in for the 2008 Awards before it's too late," said Tam Johnston, National Manager of the Australian of the Year Awards.
You can nominate a great Australian online now at www.australianoftheyear.gov.au or pick up a nomination form from major sponsor Commonwealth Bank or call 1300 655 193 for more information.
There are four categories in the Australian of the Year Awards:
- Australian of the Year - open to all Australians who deserve recognition for their extraordinary achievements, contributions to the community and nation and who are inspirational role models to all Australians
- Senior Australian of the Year - recognises those Australians aged 60 years and over who continue to achieve and contribute to the community;
- Young Australian of the Year - recognises those extraordinary young Australians aged 16-25 years who are contributing to our community;
- Australia 's Local Hero - recognises Australians who make a real difference in their local communities and whose outstanding contributions enrich the lives of those around them.
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Media information or interviews, contact:
Nicole Browne , Media Opps (02) 9954 7677 or 0414 673 762
