Deadly Awards 2010 facts for kids
The 2010 Deadly Awards were a special event that celebrated the amazing achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia. These awards honored talent in music, sports, entertainment, and community work. The show was held at the famous Sydney Opera House on September 27, 2010. It was hosted by Luke Carroll and Naomi Wenitong from the group The Last Kinection. Many talented performers shared their music and dance, including Archie Roach, Dan Sultan, Christine Anu, Frank Yamma, Ali Mills, and the Bangarra Dance Theatre. The awards show was later broadcast on SBS and SBS Two, so more people could watch it.
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Celebrating Indigenous Talent
The Deadly Awards were an annual event. They recognized the incredible contributions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. These awards helped showcase their skills and hard work across many different fields.
Music Stars Shine
The music categories celebrated some of Australia's best Indigenous artists.
- Single Release of the Year: Dan Sultan won for his song "Letter."
- Album Release of the Year: Archie Roach was honored for his album 1988.
- Male Artist of the Year: Dan Sultan took home another award.
- Female Artist of the Year: Naomi Wenitong was recognized for her talent.
- Outstanding Achievement in RNB and Hip Hop: The group The Last Kinection received this award.
- Band of the Year: The Medics were named the top band.
- Most Promising New Talent in Music: The duo Busby Marou showed great potential.
Sporting Heroes Honored
Sports stars were also celebrated for their achievements on the field.
- Sportsman of the Year: Timana Tahu from the NRL (National Rugby League) won this award.
- Sportswoman of the Year: Josie Janz was recognized for her skills in netball.
- Outstanding Achievement in AFL: Nathan Lovett-Murray was honored for his work in Australian Rules Football.
- Outstanding Achievement in NRL: Jamal Idris received an award for his performance in the National Rugby League.
Amazing Achievements in the Arts
The arts categories recognized talent in film, theater, acting, writing, and visual arts.
- Film of the Year: The movie Bran Nue Dae was chosen as the best film.
- Live Production of the Year: The play The Sapphires won for its amazing live performance.
- Male Actor of the Year: Rocky McKenzie was recognized for his acting skills.
- Female Actor of the Year: Deborah Mailman received the award for best female actor.
- Outstanding Achievement in Literature: Anita Heiss was honored for her book Manhattan Dreaming.
- Dancer of the Year: Yolande Brown was celebrated for her dancing talent.
- Visual Artist of the Year: Walangari Karntawarra won for his visual art.
- Outstanding Achievement in TV: The ABC show Message Stick was recognized for its television work.
- Television Personality of the Year: Wendell Sailor from The NRL Footy Show was named the top TV personality.
Community Champions Recognized
The awards also celebrated people making a big difference in their communities.
- Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health: Dr Peter O'Mara from the Australian Indigenous Doctors' Association was honored.
- Indigenous Health Worker of the Year: Colleen Carwood, who works at Prince of Wales Hospital in NSW, received this award.
- Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment: The Swim For Life Program by YMCA Perth was recognized for helping people find jobs.
- Outstanding Achievement in Cultural Advancement: Shane Phillips was honored for his work in promoting culture.
- Community Broadcaster of the Year: Glen Crump from Mission Beat Moree was recognized for his radio work.
- Leader of the Year: Patricia Turner from NITV was celebrated for her leadership.
- Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education: St Teresa's Agricultural College in Abergowrie, Qld, was honored for its education programs.
