July – August 2010
Australians are invited to nominate someone who makes them proud.
September 2010
Nominations are short-listed in their relevant state or territory.
October 2010
An expert selection panel selects the state/territory finalists and recipients in each award category.
November 2010
State and territory finalists and recipients are announced at functions. State and territory recipients become the national finalists and proceed to the national level of judging.
December 2010 – January 2011
The National Australia Day Council board selects the national recipients in each award category.
January 25 2011
National recipients are announced on the eve of Australia Day in Canberra.
