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The Fred Awards

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Who’s the Fred in your world?

 
The Fred Hollows Foundation has searched Australia-wide for a Humanitarian of the Year; someone who cares for others in a decent, practical and no-nonsense way – just like Fred did.

After much deliberation, the judging panel – led by Founding Director Gabi Hollows AO – has selected eight finalists.

Now, it’s up to you to vote for the 2021 Fred Hollows Humanitarian. Cast your vote here or to read more about the Fred Awards, head here.

Ann Weldon - Sydney, NSW

Ann Weldon - Sydney, NSW

Aunty Ann Weldon is an Aboriginal Elder who was nominated for her endless kindness and community spirit.
 
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Ann Weldon - Sydney, NSW

Aunty Ann Weldon is an Aboriginal Elder who was nominated for her endless kindness and community spirit.

Aunty Ann was instrumental in starting the Aboriginal Children’s Service in Redfern in 1975, and today is an active board member for the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council. 

Apart from coordinating weekly food drives for those doing it tough in Redfern and surrounding suburbs, Aunty Ann also helped launch the annual ACS Christmas Drive, supporting over 140 families in need during the festive season. ​​ 
Robert Smith - Sydney, NSW

Robert Smith - Sydney, NSW

Robert was nominated for being the man who ‘would give you the shirt off his back’. 
 
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Robert Smith - Sydney, NSW

Robert was nominated for being the man who ‘would give you the shirt off his back’. 

After founding the Fire Brigade Welfare Fund, a not-for-profit organisation that financially supports firefighters and their families when times are tough, Robert successfully lobbied the NSW Fire Brigade to fund accommodation above the Marrickville Fire Station for firefighters in need.

He also personally lobbied to secure a holiday unit in Foster, NSW, for firefighters across the state to be able to go and unwind and take a break.
Alannah McGregor - Bendigo, VIC

Alannah McGregor - Bendigo, VIC

After suffering the terrible loss of two children, Alannah has worked tirelessly over the past 19 years to raise awareness of suicide prevention and to de-stigmatise what was once considered a taboo subject.
 
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Alannah McGregor - Bendigo, VIC

After suffering the terrible loss of two children, Alannah has worked tirelessly over the past 19 years to raise awareness of suicide prevention and to de-stigmatise what was once considered a taboo subject.

Alannah worked with other communities to create a campaign in central Victoria, promoting suicide prevention strategies. From this, the Suicide Prevention and Awareness Network was formed. 

Alannah helped establish Safetalk suicide prevention workshops with community groups, while also mentoring funeral directors, health agencies and bereaved families – using her personal experience to help educate others.
Christine McKillop - Melbourne, VIC

Christine McKillop - Melbourne, VIC

Christine’s incredible sense of community spirit is what drives her to donate her time and efforts to ensure the happiness of residents in her neighbourhood. During multiple lockdowns last year, Christine established a support network in the Great Valley Road, Glen Iris community, bringing residents together to help those struggling.
 
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Christine McKillop - Melbourne, VIC

Christine’s incredible sense of community spirit is what drives her to donate her time and efforts to ensure the happiness of residents in her neighbourhood. During multiple lockdowns last year, Christine established a support network in the Great Valley Road, Glen Iris community, bringing residents  together to help those struggling.
  
One morale-boosting activity Christine organised was a driveway art show, which showcased local talent in the neighbourhood. Her efforts were a roaring success, with houses lining up artworks they had created along fences and driveways, bringing much-needed joy to everyone in the community.
  
Christine also organised a neighbourhood Dawn Service, complete with the Last Post, cookies, and handouts for everyone to read from.
Farida Abu-Amsha - Perth, WA

Farida Abu-Amsha - Perth, WA

Farida was nominated for her herculean efforts to support her community over the past 20 years.
 
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Farida Abu-Amsha - Perth, WA

Farida was nominated for her herculean efforts to support her community over the past 20 years.

From cooking and delivering meals to sick and in-need families, to knitting beanies and outfits for premature babies at King Edward Hospital, Farida works tirelessly to help those in her community.

She also makes bibs, aprons and bags for students with disabilities, makes shower bags filled with essential toiletries for the Kimberley Aboriginal community, and has helped Wheelchairs for Kids deliver 200 wheelchairs to 38 countries for vulnerable children.
Steve Ramsey - Adelaide, SA

Steve Ramsey - Adelaide, SA

Steve is the driving force behind The Karen Fitzgerald Fund, a charity focusing on the care and protection of vulnerable, neglected and abused children. 
 
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Steve Ramsey - Adelaide, SA

Steve is the driving force behind The Karen Fitzgerald Fund, a charity focusing on the care and protection of vulnerable, neglected and abused children. 

He steers a small board of people to help children in state care access the 'extras' that can make a big difference. He is a retired child protection worker and highly regarded in his field. While fundraising and fund distribution is no easy feat, Steve has ensured the charity's success while remaining modest about his efforts.
Jillian Alloway - Gracemere, QLD

Jillian Alloway - Gracemere, QLD

Jilly has worked for many years as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher for the Queensland Ambulance Service, helping people through some of the worst moments of their lives.
 
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Jillian Alloway - Gracemere, QLD

Jilly has worked for many years as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher for the Queensland Ambulance Service, helping people through some of the worst moments of their lives. 

She is equally compassionate with her colleagues and friends. A friend of hers recently had a motorcycle accident and was in an induced coma. As he had no family in Australia, Jilly and other close friends organised a group to pay his rent so he didn’t lose his house. Sadly that friend has since passed away.

She willingly takes on extra tasks at work and is always ready to lend a helping hand and comfort colleagues going through a tough time.
Biddy Fisk - Hobart, TAS

Biddy Fisk - Hobart, TAS

Biddy is the Chair for Rotary Tasmania Community Care and volunteers her services to the community.
 
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Biddy Fisk - Hobart, TAS

Biddy is the Chair for Rotary Tasmania Community Care and volunteers her services to the community.

She has been instrumental in providing and fitting out ex-government buses that were provided to the Royal Flying Doctor Service through Rotary Tasmania Community Care. 

The buses provide mental health support services for young people in rural Tasmania and more recently, have been used for COVID-19 vaccinations. Biddy has also been the main organiser of the Wellness Expo, a free event in Hobart.

 

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