The success of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is evidenced by the success of our Awardees
Just some of our successful Alumni members:
- Michael Dillon AM, Gold Awardee (the first in Australia!)
Michael is one of Australia’s leading cinematographers and makers of adventure and expedition documentaries having won more awards in his field than any other individual worldwide. - Nathan Strempel , Gold Awardee – Television Host & Motivational Speaker
- David Speirs MP, Gold Awardee 2008 – Member for Bright – South Australia
- David Knox, Silver Awardee – CEO of Santos Ltd
- Will Hodgman, Silver Awardee – Premier of Tasmania
- Christie Cooper, Gold Awardee – Channel 7 News Reporter
Some inspiring success stories!
Always see the opportunity!
“As a young girl I was always busy and often found it hard to say no to any opportunity that came my way. To see everything as an opportunity became my motto for the Duke of Edinburgh, in my career and personal life.” Read Katie’s story here
Katie Hulmes, Gold Awardee 2007 – Environmental Engineer, Australian Mining Industry
David Speirs
Gold Awardee 2008
Deputy Mayor, City of Marion, South Australia
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award in Australia Board Director
An Experience to Remember!
“Waking up at 6am is no easy task for anyone. It becomes even more difficult when you have to brace the cold and deliver newspapers through a city of tents. But being a delivery boy was only one aspect of my job. Read Ben’s story here
Ben Luks, Gold Awardee 2004
Beyond The Duke of Ed
“One of the most important lessons I learnt from involvement in The Duke of Ed program over so many years was the importance of setting goals, maintaining involvement in projects over an extended period of time and always looking for further opportunities and education.” Read Victoria’s story here
Victoria Cox, Gold Awardee 2009
Robert (‘Bob’) Prewett RFD – Gold Awardee since 1964
“I completed my Silver and Gold Awards in the 1960s. I received my Gold Award in Victoria in 1964 which was presented to me by the Chief Scout of Victoria. I was registered as the 9th Gold Awardee in Victoria. In those days we were lucky to have 4 people presented with a Gold Award Certificate in any year. My final assessed expedition was a 6-day cross country hike through the Victorian High Plains.” Read Bobs story here
From Participant to Leader
I first learned about The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award when I first became a teacher. The school I taught at had a well-developed program and when I found out more about it, I was keen to get involved – especially with the expedition side of things, as the students at this school were encouraged to take part one of my favourite activities: bushwalking. Read Carolyn’s story here
Carolyn Barry, Gold Awardee – Online Editor, Australian Geographic & AG Outdoor
Developing Resilience
“The Award provided a platform on which I have been able to build a solid foundation for life, by developing skills and achieving goals that I never would have thought possible.” Read Tim’s story here
Timothy Braund, Gold Awardee & Advocate for Youth