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."