2008 deadly award nominations

Nominations are now open for the 14th annual Deadly Awards. Who do you think deserves to win a Deadly in 2008?

The past 12 months have seen Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people accomplish some truly amazing things. Now’s your chance to show them just how proud you are by nominating your favourite achievers for Indigenous Australia’s greatest accolade – a Deadly Award.

The Deadlys celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievement in music, sport, entertainment and the arts, health, education and community leadership.

Note: Nominations for the 14th annual Deadly Awards should relate only to relevant accomplishments in these areas from the period July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008.

MUSIC

Most Promising New Talent in Music
Single of the Year
Album of the Year
Band of the Year
Artist of the Year
Jimmy Little Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Music*
APRA Song of the Year*

SPORT

Most Promising New Talent in Sport
Outstanding Achievement in AFL
Outstanding Achievement in NRL
Female Sportsperson of the Year
Male Sportsperson of the Year
Ella Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sport*

THE ARTS

Dancer of the Year
Actor of the Year
Visual Artist of the Year
Outstanding Achievement in Film, Television or Theatre
(This includes people who work behind the scenes, including producers, directors, cinematographers and scriptwriters)
Outstanding Achievement in Entertainmenr (This includes personalities such as TV show hosts, comedians, models and other entertainers)
Outstanding Achievement in Literature

COMMUNITY

When nominating in the Community Award category, please include a brief written description of the nominee that outlines their achievement to date, and your contact details, along with your nomination form.