Deadly Awards 2006 facts for kids

The Deadlys Awards were a really special event in Australia. They happened every year to celebrate amazing achievements by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. These awards recognized talent in music, sport, entertainment, and important community work.

Music Stars

The Deadlys celebrated many talented musicians. Here are some of the winners from one year:

• Most Promising New Talent in Music: Sharnee Fenwick was recognized as an exciting new artist.
• Single Release of the Year: "Lonesome But Free" by Troy Cassar-Daley was chosen as the best song released.
• Album Release of the Year: "Under the Mango Tree" by The Pigram Brothers won for best album.
• Band of the Year: Troy n Trevlyn & The Tribe was named the top band.
• Music Artist of the Year: Troy Cassar-Daley also won this big award for his overall musical talent.
• Jimmy Little Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Music: This special award honored Roger Knox for his long and important career in music.
• Excellence in Film & Theatrical Score: David Milroy won for his great music in the film Windmill Baby.

Sporting Heroes

Many incredible athletes were also honored at the Deadlys.

• Most Promising New Talent in Sport: Patrick Mills was recognized as a rising star in sports.
• Outstanding Achievement in AFL: Adam Goodes was celebrated for his amazing skills in Australian Rules Football.
• Outstanding Achievement in Rugby League: Johnathan Thurston received an award for his excellent performance in Rugby League.
• Male Sportsperson of the Year: Anthony Mundine was named the top male athlete.
• Ella Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sport: Lloyd McDermott received this award for his lasting impact on Indigenous sport.
• Female Sportsperson of the Year: Lydia Williams was honored as the top female athlete.

The Arts and Entertainment

The Deadlys also celebrated people who excelled in creative fields like dance, film, writing, and visual art.

• Dancer of the Year: Patrick Thaiday was recognized as the best dancer.
• Outstanding Achievement in Film and Television: Peter Djiggir won for his work on the film Ten Canoes.
• Outstanding Achievement in Literature: Kylie Belling, Gary Foley, and John Harding were honored for their book, The Dirty Mile, a History of Indigenous Fitzroy.
• Outstanding Achievement in Entertainment: Mark Olive was celebrated for his entertaining performances.
• Visual Artist of the Year: Gulumbu Yunupingu was named the top visual artist.
• Actor of the Year: Jamie Gulpilil received the award for best actor.

Community Champions

The awards also recognized people who made a big difference in their communities.

• DEST Award for Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education: Stan Grant was honored for his important work in education.
• Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health: Mick Adams was recognized for his contributions to health.
• Broadcaster of the Year: Paulette Whitton from Koori Radio in Sydney, NSW, was named the best broadcaster.
• New Apprentice of the Year: Nicole Zimmerman was celebrated as a promising new apprentice.