At the heart of the public healthcare system are the people whose dedication delivers the best of care to the people of Victoria. Now, with the Victorian Public Healthcare Awards, this commitment to quality, innovation and excellence will be celebrated. The Awards program has been expanded in 2011 to ensure recognition occurs across all parts of the public healthcare system including health promotion and disease prevention, primary healthcare, secondary care and tertiary care.

http://www.health.vic.gov.au...

http://www.health.vic.gov.au/healthcareawards

The brand new WorkSafe Victoria Awards are now open. This year the Awards enter an exciting new era and have been revised, repackaged and relaunched. They are more accessible than ever and provide new opportunities for everybody in every workplace.

http://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au...

http://www.worksafe.vic.gov.au/wps/wcm/connect/wsinternet/WorkSafe/SiteTools/Events/WorkSafe+Awards/

Throughout each year there are a range of 'Honours Announcements' made public. These include the Australia Day Honours on Australia Day, January 26, Queen's Birthday Honours in June, Honorary Awards - Order of Australia and Australian Bravery Decorations announcements.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au...

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/honours/announcements.cfm

The National Australia Day Council administers the Australian of the Year Awards and co-ordinates the promotion of Australia Day. Australia Day, January 26, is the biggest day of celebration in the country and is observed as a public holiday in all states and territories.

http://www.australiaday.org.au...

http://www.australiaday.org.au/

The Australian of the Year Awards celebrate the achievement and contribution of eminent Australians who are role models for everyone. Site gives information about the categories, present and past award recipients, and how to nominate someone.

http://www.australianoftheyear.org.au...

http://www.australianoftheyear.org.au/

The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development(DEECD) produces, supports and sponsors a number of education and early childhood events, awards and special programs in Victoria.

http://www.education.vic.gov.au...

http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/events/default.htm

This website provides information about Defence honours and awards.

http://www.defence.gov.au...

http://www.defence.gov.au/medals/

The DPI awards celebrate and acknowledge excellence in science and innovation, both from within Victoria’s regional communities and our universities, as well as from amongst the department's own staff.

http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au...

http://www.dpi.vic.gov.au/about-us/news/awards/science-awards

The Fire Awareness Awards acknowledge the hard work and initiatives of individuals, groups and organisations in reducing the incidence and impact of fire in Victoria.

http://www.fireawarenessawards.com.au...

http://www.fireawarenessawards.com.au/

Provides information about Australian Honours and Symbols. Visit the Honoured Australians section to read more about a few of the inspiring recipients, or browse through the comprehensive A-Z of Australian Honours. Listen to the Australian National Anthem, learn more about the National Floral emblem or view a few of the other Australian flags in use.

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au...

http://www.itsanhonour.gov.au/