Paramedic of the Year Award

The 1999-2000 Vocational Service Committee introduced the then St John Ambulance Officer of the Year Award. In 2003, at the request of St John Ambulance the name was changed to include ‘NT Paramedic’ in the award title in order to more accurately 
reflect the range of officers involved the service.

The Paramedic of the Year Awards  acknowledges the chosen vocation of paramedics through the dedication and service they provide in communities through-out the Northern Territory.
The Awards Committee is comprised of membership from both the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise, specifically Sandy Oldroyd and Originally Malika O'Keil, and St John Ambulance (NT) who work in partnership to organize the annual event.
The objective of this award is to recognise the dedicated Northern Territory paramedics who provide a vital role in the Northern Territory community and whose work in most cases goes unrecognised. This award goes some way to saying thank you for the amazing efforts they put in and a recognition from their peers for their devotion to duty which in some cases, is often difficult and dangerous.

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Aboriginal Health Worker and Practicioner Excellence Awards

The first awards were held in November 2006 in recognition of this group of professionals who are the bridge between remote communities and the health system in the NT. It was seen as a need by RCDS Rotarian Wendy Mackay who first tabled the proposal.
The unrelenting work undertaken by the committee (including Malika Okeil and Di Borella) ensured the events success. There was only 9 weeks between the idea and the event and the result was seen as significant in the health arena by both government and Aboriginal Medical Services organisations.

This event really did "make dreams real" for the Aboriginal Health Workers within the NT. The first year saw the categories of Remote, Urban and Acute,with the overall winner from all of these categories  awarded the "Legend" award. This perpetual trophy is displayed in the NT Parliament House.

The highly commended and winner both received study bursaries. In 2007, there was a new category introduced into the awards - the New Practitioner. It is this category that will ensure that the Aboriginal Health Worker profession grows from strength to strength in the years to come.

These awards would not be possible without the ongoing support of the NT Department of Health and Families, and the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing. 

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Paul Harris Fellowship Awards

Technically a Paul Harris Fellowship ( Or Additional Saphires added) is equivalent to  $1000 US donated to Rotary International Charity arm - The Rotary Foundation however in Australia it has evolved to a contribution by the club on behalf of an individual recognising their outstanding contribution to the Rotary Club or the community.

This list is not complete but does indicate some of the previous Paul Harris Fellowships (PHF) that have been awarded throughout the years.

YEAR NAMEADDITIONAL INFO
1988 Bryan WilliamsOutstanding club service
1989Joan JohnstonWorking with children with cancer
1990Guan YeoOutstanding service and founding member of the club
1994David NewtonOutstanding club service
1994Harry CoehnOutstanding club service
1995Peta FryerClub service and peer support program
Gerry SwanOutstanding club service (especially the Darwin Orchid Spectacular)
1996Reg PrasadA Paul Harris Fellow, conferred by the Rotary Club of Doncaster Sunrise for outstanding service to the community.
1997Frank StewartConferred by the Rotary Club of Nhulunbuy for outstanding services to Northern Territory Education, the Rotary Club of Nhulunbuy and the Community.
*Awarded a Saphire PHF Nov 2008
Julie NicholsonIn recognition of outstanding club service.
*Awarded a Saphire PHF Nov 2008
1998Nora LewisOutstanding Service to the community
Leonard MarinovichGift to the Rotary Foundation
1999Asha McLarenAwarded by District 9550 for service to Rotary and the community
2002Martyn WilkinsonIn recognition of outstanding club service
*Awarded a Saphire PHF Nov 2008
Warren LeederConferred by the Rotary Club of Darwin Nightcliff for outstanding service to the Youth Exchange Program
2003Joe DavisConferred by the Rotary Club of Port Darwin for recognition of service to Rotary and the community
Ken HatfieldConferred by the Rotary Club of Port Darwin for recognition of service to Rotary and the community
2006Malika OkeilIn recognition of her commitment, service and contribution to the Northern Territory Public Service, her active participation in our community and her outstanding leadership within the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise, Group1 and District 9550.
*Awarded a District Saphire PHF Sep 2008
Sivaram Vemuri In recognition of his commitment, service and contribution to Education in the Northern Territory, his active participation in our community and his outstanding leadership within the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise
2007Val AscheFor her valued commitment, service and contribution to the field of Microbiological Science, her active participation in service to our community and her embodiment of the Ideals of Rotary.
Marg Manfield For her valued commitment, service and contribution to the work of ROMAC, her active participation in service to our community and her embodiment of the Ideals of Rotary
2008Sally ThomasFor her commitment, service and contribution to the Judiciary, her active participation in service to our community, valued leadership in the Club and her embodiment of the Ideals of Rotary.
Austin AscheHis Honour Austin Asche AC, QC served the people of the Northern Territory as it's fifteenth Administrator and In addition, he held appointments as Chief Scout in the Northern Territory, Honorary Colonel of the North West Mobile Force, and Deputy Prior in the Northern Territory of Order of St John We celebrate and acknowledge Austin’s service and contribution to the law, to tertiary education and to the community, particularly the people of the Northern Territory
Graham WebbProfessor Grahame Webb is a researcher and a world renowned expert in the area of crocodile management, wildlife conservation and the sustainable use of crocodiles and other animals. He is regarded as one of the world’s leading authorities on crocodilian research and management, and on the concept of conserving wildlife through sustainable use principles . We celebrate and acknowledge Grahame’s commitment, service and contribution to wildlife conservation, his active participation in service to our community and valued leadership in education, research and innovation in the Northern Territory.
Pat JonesPat Jones is a Charter Member of the Rotary Club of Thursday Island and Torres Strait and is it’s long standing Treasurer. Pat is recognised as the largest private enterprise employer on the Island and has ownership of a number of businesses employing local people. We celebrate and acknowledge Pat’s commitment, service and contribution to many of the Island’s community groups, her active participation in her Rotary Club and her valued leadership in the business and economic life of the Thursday Island and Torres Strait community.
Graham WrightWe celebrate and acknowledge Graham's valued contribution to his profession, his active participation in our community and his outstanding leadership within the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise. He has served with distinction in all the many positions he has held including and prior to his retirement a Senior Partner and Directorship with Raine & Horne Real Estate. During his time with Apex, Graham served as an overseas volunteer in the Philippines, Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands .
Marilynne MarshallA Gift to the Rotary Foundation.Awarded an annual Sapphires for the past four years in recognition of Marilynne continued, positive and active leadership in the Club’s PolioPlus Community Collection Containers program which has raised many thousands of dollars for this very worthwhile humanitarian challenge
Sandy Oldroyd Sandy is valued for her outstanding leadership and has served with distinction as Secretary and President of Darwin Sunrise and currently as our Group's Assistant Governor. Sandy is much loved as a people person who is always there for those in need. We celebrate and acknowledge Sandy's valued contribution to local community groups and the Northern Territory Public Service, her active participation and outstanding leadership within the Rotary Club of Darwin Sunrise and our District 
Graham WebbProfessor Grahame Webb is a researcher and a world renowned expert in the area of crocodile management, wildlife conservation and the sustainable use of crocodiles and other animals. He is regarded as one of the world’s leading authorities on crocodilian research and management, and on the concept of conserving wildlife through sustainable use principles . We celebrate and acknowledge Grahame’s commitment, service and contribution to wildlife conservation, his active participation in service to our community and valued leadership in education, research and innovation in the Northern Territory.
2009Romina FujiiRomina has willingly offered her time, support and commitment to a broad range of endeavours, including the establishment of community organisations such as: Lena Passi Shelter, Mura Kosker Sorority, Thursday Island Rotary Club, Star of the Sea Home for the Aged, the local Justice Group and much more
 Di BorellaDi is well known as an active participant in the community, in part, through her involvement in various sporting clubs, coaching, umpiring and administration. She is a Foster carer and extends this commitment to hosting students from remote communities whilst they attend school in Darwin and play Australian Rules. Her record of service in our club is highly valued - a PolioPlus volunteer to India on two occasions and her active involvement in the establishment of our Annual Health Worker Awards.
* Awarded a Sapphire in June 2012 .
 Filomena De CastroOver a period of more than 10 years Filomena has with humanity and generosity made an enormous contribution in assisting ROMAC volunteers in Darwin. She has willingly made herself available as an interpreter for the accompanying parents or guardians of children from East Timor and at times the children themselves
2009 Jan ContiJan has bought the qualities of caring, humanity, generosity of spirit and a willingness to serve so important during her career as a nurse into her daily life and interaction with others. This is exemplified by her valued commitment and contribution to Rotary and its ideal of Service Above Self but and on a more practical level - her ongoing volunteer work with Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children ( ROMAC) in Darwin.
2010 Diana LeederIn appreciation of her ongoing contribution to community groups, the Anglican Diocese of the NT and senior level leadership in the NT Public Service. Her outstanding commitment and dedication to Rotary and its ideals and for her valued leadership as Club President 2005-06.
Alan StaffordIn appreciation of his outstanding contribution to and leadership role in the Uniting Church Fencing Teams and Rotary Reconstruction project following the "Black Saturday" disastrous Bushfires
 Francisca CardosoIn appreciation of her humanitarian contribution and dedication to the provision of midwifery services to women in East Timor.
 Heather TraegerIn appreciation of her contribution and dedication to Adult Education, Human Resource Management and Nurse Education in the NT. Her outstanding commitment to Rotary and its ideals and her valued leadership as Club President 2007-08.
 Quentin KilianIn appreciation of his exemplary service at senior management level in Asia Pacific, Australia and the USA. A Master of Ceremony par excellence who has made a significant contribution to the ocmmunity and given outstanding commitment and dedication to Rotary and its ideals including his valued leadership as Club President 2008-09.
 Wendy MackayIn appreciation of her contribution and dedication to Nursing, Nurse Education and both community and Aboriginal Health Services. Her outstanding involvement in community and volunteer activities, the Annual Aboriginal Health Worker Awards and PolioPlus programs is recognised as is her outstanding commitment to Rotary and its ideals and her valued leadership as Club President 2009-10.
2011 Joy PassmoreJoy is well known for her enviable reputation as the owner/manager of a successful small business whilst fulfilling the welcome demands of family and friends and a wide spread of involvement in community activities. Joy had been generous of heart and also opened her home at times to many visitors as well as serving with distinction as Club President 2010-2011.
Purdey EadesPurdey's youth vitality and enthusiasm are particularly acknowledged and celebrated within our club. There is a long history of volunteering and concern for youth and other issues within our community including Chief Ministers Round table membership , Red Cross volunteer, Cricket Club administration. Purdey is always willing to assist and lead especially if it involved a Harley Davidson.
 Ian BerryIn acknowledgement of 25 years of service to the Australian Navy,and following that, his successful integration into the small business world. Ian's committment and dedication to "Service above Self" has been evident not only in his Rotary work but also in his service to Darwin Hockey.
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