Australian Mother of the Year Award
Barnardos Australia's Mother of the Year Awards is an award which aims to recognise mothers and the important role that they play in our society; highlighting key themes such as nurturing and caring. Barnardos Australia developed the Mother of the Year Awards (BAMYA) in 1994, as an opportunity to showcase the women responsible for excellent parenting within the community.
Nominations for the awards take place over a four-month period during which a campaign is undertaken in major print and electronic media. Nominators prepare a statement about "why they believe their mother is Australia's number 1 mum".
A judging panel assesses the top 100 nominations, selecting State/Territory finalists and an overall national winner. Each State/Territory Finalist is flown to Sydney for the announcement of the National Mother of the Year.
A number 1 mum is announced for every respective State/Territory, at a morning tea function, held to showcase that woman's achievements. These events attracts wide coverage from local media, culminating in a national presentation held in Sydney in May just prior to the Sunday designated as Mother's Day in Australia.
Past winners
| Awarded | Name | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Maria Worner | ||
| 2018 | Noelene Lever AM | ||
| 2017 | Carol Edmunds | ||
| 2016 | Keelen Mailman | ||
| 2015 | Leanne Robson | ||
| 2014 | Gloria Nascimento | ||
| 2013 | Hasiba Cesko | ||
| 2012 | Roslyn Dodson | ||
| 2011 | Rebecca Healy | ||
| 2010 | Kaye Worth | ||
| 2009 | Bernadette Black | ||
| 2008 | Heather Round | ||
| 2007 | Natasha Crofts | ||
| 2006 | Carmel Gordon | ||
| 2005 | Melissa Davies | ||
| 2004 | Maryanne Malbunka | ||
| 2003 | Elva Stevenson | ||
| 2002 | Lorraine Dewsbury | ||
| 2001 | Gayle McCarthy | ||
| 2000 | Vera Hall | ||
See also
- Australian Father Of The Year award
- Australian Nurse of the Year
External links
- Barnardos Mother of the Year - website