The Duke of Ed supports NDIS Participants to pursue their goals Young people aged between 14 – 24, use the Duke of Ed to learn new life skills, foster social relationships, access increased employment opportunities, and more! With the Duke of Ed, it doesn’t matter where you are located, or how you describe your background […]
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Cadets to become a licensed National Duke of Ed Centre
Australian Navy and Army Cadets to deliver The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award The Australian Navy Cadets and the Australian Army Cadets have agreed to become a licensed National Duke of Ed Centre, enabling them to deliver The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Framework to young Australians. The agreement reflects the shared objectives and values […]
New Handbook Out Now!
Our biggest transformation of the Handbook since the Duke of Ed started in Australia! We’re thrilled to unveil the latest edition of our Duke of Ed Handbook. This edition is our most significant update yet, driven by valuable feedback from our Leaders and our wider Duke of Ed community ensuring it is fit for purpose. […]
Introducing DukeConnect!
Gain early access to our new Handbook and more via the new Duke of Ed Leaders online hub! We’re excited to announce the launch of DukeConnect – a dedicated online hub designed to support Duke of Ed Leaders. DukeConnect offers easy, on-demand access to frequently requested Duke of Ed resources, marketing materials, research, policy, explanatory […]
New Handbook Coming Soon!
The latest edition of the Duke of Ed Handbook is on its way! The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia will be launching a refreshed, “new look” Duke of Ed Handbook in late November. Expect to experience: - Improved structure for easier navigation. - Up-to-date content. - A more visual experience, complimenting and simplifying […]
Announcing our APEC Voices of the Future Representatives
Two Australian Representatives Accepted to Attend APEC Voices of the Future 2024 Two outstanding individuals from Australia have been selected to represent the nation at the prestigious APEC Voices of the Future Youth Summit 2024, to be held in Lima, Peru, from 10-16 November. This year’s theme, Empower. Include. Grow. highlights the importance of youth leadership […]
New Duke of Ed Record Achieved!
The results are in – Duke of Ed Australia achieves a new record in registrations Demand for the Duke of Ed Framework in Australia continues to strengthen as we celebrate our highest September quarter of new registrations on record! Peter Kaye AM ESM, Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia National CEO says, “This incredible achievement […]
Duke of Ed Alumni’s film ‘The Great White Whale’ screening launches this week!
Gold Level achiever, Michael Dillon AM launches latest adventure film. Australia's first ever Duke of Ed Gold Level achiever, Michael Dillon AM, has over the years applied his passion for adventure and the outdoors to his career as an internationally acclaimed, multi award winning adventure filmmaker. His latest film, The Great White Whale, will be […]
In memory of the Honourable Gary Nairn AO
A wonderful citizen who gave so freely and willingly to enhance the Duke of Ed for all young Australians It is with great sadness that the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award in Australia advises the Duke of Ed community of the passing of the Honourable Gary Nairn AO, the immediate past Australian Chairman. Our thoughts […]
Duke of Ed Announces Enhanced Support for Victoria
Growing support in response to increased demand for non-formal education and learning Saturday, 01 June 2024 marked an important milestone for the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award – Australia. Off the back of a record year of new registrations in 2023, and the ever-growing demand for non-formal education and learning, we are pleased to announce […]
