Disability Won't Stop These Duke of Ed Participants Yooralla, one of Victoria’s oldest and largest disability services provider, partnered with The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Victoria in 2018 to create more opportunities for its young customers. Thanks to this partnership, young people with a disability have the support and guidance they need to achieve […]
Australian Taekwondo Becomes a Duke 4 Sport Partner A representative from Australian Taekwondo said: “Australian Taekwondo seeks to support members of all levels to reach their highest potential, whether it be their enjoyment of the martial art or with their competitive achievement. Partnering with the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award provides a great opportunity for our […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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 […]
