National Dreamtime Awards facts for kids
Quick facts for kids National Dreamtime Awards |
|
|---|---|
| Country | Australia |
| First awarded | 2017 |
| Television coverage | |
| Network | SBS Television |
The National Dreamtime Awards, often called the Dreamtime Awards, are a special yearly event. They celebrate the amazing achievements of Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islanders. These awards recognize success in sports, arts, education, and community work.
Contents
History of the Awards
The very first Dreamtime Awards happened in 2017. They were held at The Star in Pyrmont, a suburb of Sydney. These awards were created to fill an important gap. Before 2013, the Deadly Awards recognized the achievements of Indigenous Australians. When those awards stopped, the Dreamtime Awards began. They continued to celebrate these important contributions.
How Winners Are Chosen
A group of expert judges chooses the final winners. People can nominate deserving individuals or groups online. Media partners also help with the nomination and voting process. This ensures that many voices are heard.
Award Ceremonies
Awards in 2020 and 2021
The 2020 event was held on December 11, 2020. This was due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia. Sadly, the 2021 event had to be cancelled. In 2020, Rugby league player Jack Wighton was named Sportsman of the Year. Kerrie Kennedy also won the Awabakal Excellence in Education Award.
See also
- Indigenous Australian music
- List of television awards
