Selection Criteria  "• demonstrated achievement at a high level; • made a contribution over and above what might be reasonably expected through paid employment; or • whose voluntary contribution to the community stands out from others who may have also made a valuable contribution"
Supporting evidence:  "include examples that best show how the nominee has gone above and beyond what could be reasonably expected of someone in a similar position"
For each "activity": In what role(s) or area(s) has the nominee excelled?  How has the nominee demonstrated service worthy of recognition?  How has the nominee’s contribution impacted on either a particular field, locality, group, community or humanity at large?  Over what period of time has the nominee made a major commitment?  Has the nominee’s contribution been recognised elsewhere (e.g. in the media, by other awards, professional/interest groups or through local government)?  What makes this person stand out from others?" 
Confidential: "The person being nominated should not be approached for information or advised of his or her nomination at any stage."