NSW Rugby is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award - Australia, which is designed to provide young people involved in rugby the opportunity to take part in the world’s leading youth development program. This is the latest in a series of new initiatives being championed through the […]
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Ambassadors Dinner - Windsor Castle 2019
Every Year there is a dinner held at Windsor Castle to thank our Duke of Ed Ambassadors. Each of our Ambassadors generously donates to the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Their support helps us continue our work to expand and develop the Award Australia-wide, especially supporting disadvantaged young people to participate and access the program. Find […]
People That Matter- Vivienne Ashcroft OAM
About Vivienne Ashcroft OAM During the formative years of the Award’s growth, Vivienne was the mainstay for the Award’s Executive Officers. Much of this time there was little structure and guidance and goodwill was needed to keep the Award focused on supporting a growing number of young people. She provided the secretariat support for […]
Karita (Award Leader) Wins Tasmanian Young Achievers Award
TADPAC Print Service to the Disability Sector Award Karita Casimaty, 29 of MOONAH was the first Tasmanian to develop and offer the internationally recognised Duke of Edinburgh's International Award to young people diagnosed with a disability. She has successful delivered the program since 2015, showcasing her leadership skills, and ensuring that clear expectations and guidelines […]
Emerging Leader Monica Visits the National Office
Monica, a Gold Award Holder and Emerging Leader as recognised by The Duke of Edinburgh's International Award Foundation and Presidents Award (South Africa) came into the office today to talk about her plans for the future and her love of the Award. We were more than delighted to have her and hear what she had to […]
60th Anniversary National Trail Page Launched
The 60th Anniversary Trail Page has now been launched! It can be found under Events- 60th Anniversary or click here. Hover your mouse over the image and it will show you the State or Territory and what the track is called. Click on the image at it will take you to the […]
His Excellency General The Honourable David Hurley AC DSC Presents Awards At His Final NSW Gold Award Ceremony!
Yesterday His Excellency General The Honourable David Hurley AC DSC presented Awards at his last NSW Gold Award Ceremony. We are very thankful for all his hard work and dedication to the Award in Australia over the last four years! We wish His Excellency the very best in his new role as Governor General! Click […]
ORB Login and Registration Difficulties
The Online Record Book is currently experiencing some login and registration difficulties. we are currently looking into the problem and will have it back up and running as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience.
NSW Award Leader Networking Events - Register Now!
The Award in NSW will be running Networking Events for Award Leaders in term 1 of 2019. Networking Events provide a valuable opportunity to meet with like minded Award Leaders to discuss and share experiences and also identify opportunities to collaborate and build networks. Please click on the link below for more information on dates […]
The Award In Victoria Has Appointed New Chair, Sue Lloyd-Williams AO
It is with great excitement that The Duke of Edinburgh’s international Award – Australia, Victoria Division welcomes Sue Lloyd-Williams AO as the Chair of the Board, following the retirement of Gary Rowe, former Chair of the Board. Sue has an extensive background in business and administration both nationally and internationally. With a distinguished 32-year career […]
