Deadly Awards 2004 facts for kids

The Deadly Awards 2004 were a special event in Australia. They celebrated the amazing achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people each year. These awards recognized talent in many areas, including music, sports, entertainment, and community work. It was a time to honor those who inspired others and made a big difference.

Music Awards

The music section of the Deadly Awards celebrated talented musicians and their work.

Rising Stars in Music

• Most Promising New Talent in Music: Casey Donovan won this award. It meant she was a new artist with a lot of potential.
• Single Release of the Year: The song "Talk about love" by Christine Anu was chosen as the best single.
• Album Release of the Year: The album "Djarridjarri (blue flag)" by Saltwater Band won for best album.
• Band of the Year: The award for the best band went to The Donovans.
• Music Artist of the Year: Troy Cassar-Daley was recognized as the top music artist.

Special Music Honors

• Jimmy Little Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Music: This very special award honored Mandawuy Yunupingu. It recognized his long and important career in music.
• Excellence in Film & Theatrical Score: Archie Roach, Ruby Hunter, and Paul Grabowsky won for their work on Ruby’s Story. This award was for creating great music for films or stage shows.

Sporting Heroes

The Deadly Awards also celebrated incredible athletes and their achievements in sports.

New and Top Athletes

• Most Promising New Talent in Sport: Brett Lee was recognized as a rising star in sports.
• Outstanding Achievement in AFL: Gavin Wanganeen received an award for his excellent performance in Australian Rules Football (AFL).
• Outstanding Achievement in Rugby League: Amos Roberts was honored for his great skills in Rugby League.
• Male Sportsperson of the Year: The top male athlete was Joshua Ross.
• Female Sportsperson of the Year: Michelle Musselwhite was named the top female athlete.

Lifetime in Sport

• Ella Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sport: This award went to Tony Mundine. It celebrated his long and successful career in sports.

The Arts Awards

This section recognized talented people in film, literature, and visual arts.

Creative Talents

• Dancer of the Year: Jason Pitt was honored as the best dancer.
• Outstanding Achievement in Film and Television: The award for great work in movies and TV went to Ernie Dingo.
• Outstanding Achievement in Literature: Dr Larissa Behrendt was recognized for her excellent writing.
• Actor of the Year: The best actor award went to David Gulpilil.
• Visual Artist of the Year: Michael Riley was celebrated as the top visual artist.

Community Champions

These awards recognized people who made a big difference in their communities, especially in education and health.

Making a Difference

• DEST Award for Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education: Chris Sarra received this award for his great work in education.
• Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health: Dr Ngaire Brown was honored for her important contributions to health.
• Broadcaster of the Year: Bevan Rankins from WAAMA 100.9fm was recognized as the best broadcaster.