The finalists and winners of the Southern Cross Young
Achiever Awards will be announced and presented at
a special Gala Awards Presentation Dinner on Saturday 4th April 2009.
The Presentation Dinner will be a formal event attended
by approximately 350 people.
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When hard times hit or disaster strikes, our selfless
young men and women often make the difference
by giving their guidance, encouragement and much
needed support. Volunteers spend their time offering
friendship, hope and inspiration to the disadvantaged
and those who need it most. Rio Tinto Aluminium Community Service Award applauds our unsung heroes acknowledging
those young people who are passionate in putting
the needs of others first. |
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The spirit of creativity exhibited by Australia's
talented young artists helps us all to think creatively
and express ourselves with emotion. In our multicultural
society, a commitment to personal development
in the arts is emerging, especially among today's
youth. The MyState Arts Award celebrates their
brilliant artistic achievements and recognises
the incredible imagination, initiative and flair
required to produce such inspirational work. |
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Today's young athletes are tomorrow's sporting
heroes. They're dedicated young Australians with
a strong spirit of competition and love of the
game. Encouraging and supporting the ambition
and hard work of these focused individuals, helps
them to go further, faster, longer and higher
than anyone before. Whether it's competing, coaching,
administration or education, the Printing Authority
of Tasmania Sports Award seeks to applaud their
talents and recognise their commitment in the
pursuit of excellence. |
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Pollution, climate changes, salinity and other
environmental concerns affect us all. While many
of us try to make a difference, its Australia's
young people who are actively using their initiative
to stop destruction of our environment and help
repair the damage. By developing programs and
using new technology, it's these dedicated young
individuals who are helping to educate us all.
The Hydro Tasmania Environment Award salutes those
who are dedicated to saving planet Earth by nurturing
and protecting our natural surroundings. |
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Increasingly, the Tasmanian community is prospering
from the flow-on economic benefis of inspiring
young Tasmanians. These young Tasmanians are
entering their careers with passion and vitality
for their career path as well as with endless
ideas. Whether it is climbing the corporate
ladder, progressing from apprentice to workshop
manager, or starting their own business employing
fellow young Tasmanians our youth are proving
that career success starts young. The Trade
and Career Achievement Award promotes active
leadership, a desire for self-improvement, while
rewarding those who make their own opportunities
for success.
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Our Science and Technology know how is accelerating
at an astounding rate. Young Australian scientists
make incredible new discoveries for a more prosperous
future. Young scientists and engineers are proving
to be at the forefront of their fields and hold
the key to our future development and way of life.
The TEMCO Science and Technology Award honours
the people behind these intelligent and visionary
achievements. |
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Australia's a Nation that's constantly growing
and changing. Young Australians are helping
their local communities to achieve this by developing
primary industries, manufacturing, tourism and
employment opportunities. They're helping to
ensure sustainability and promote positive images
of regional Australia. The Forestry Tasmania
Regional Initiative Award acknowledges and rewards
those young Australians who are helping to reshape
and inspire their local communities.
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To promote Tasmania and show pride in our state
through an impressive display in business, community
or social behaviour epitomises the Spirit of
Tasmania Award. Nominate a local hero, perhaps
someone who has overcome difficulty or hardship,
a young person displaying leadership, an entrepreneur,
an innovator or simply someone with their heart
and soul committed to putting Tasmania first.
Their accomplishments will be inspiring, passionate
and motivational. This young person will display
exceptional resolve, commitment and behaviour
in their actions - the Spirit of Tasmania.
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