What is the Centenary Medal and who gives this award?
Q: What is the Centenary Medal and who gives this award?
A: The Centenary Medal is an award established by the Australian Government in 2001 to commemorate the Centenary of Federation of Australia. It is given by the Australian Government.
Q: What is the purpose of the Centenary Medal?
A: The purpose of the Centenary Medal is to celebrate the Centenary of Federation of Australia and honor people who have made significant contributions to Australian society or government.
Q: Who decides who will receive the Centenary Medal?
A: A group headed by the historian Professor Geoffrey Blainey studies and recommends possible winners of the Centenary Medal.
Q: What is the significance of the year 2001 in relation to the Centenary Medal?
A: The year 2001 is significant because it marks the Centenary of Federation of Australia, which led to the establishment of the Centenary Medal by the Australian Government.
Q: Can anyone receive the Centenary Medal or are there any specific criteria?
A: The Centenary Medal is awarded to those who have made a contribution to Australian society or government, so there are specific criteria for receiving this award.
Q: What areas of Australian society or government contributions are considered for the Centenary Medal?
A: Any contributions made to Australian society or government are considered for the Centenary Medal, regardless of the area or field.
Q: Is the Centenary Medal still given today or was it a one-time award?
A: The Centenary Medal was established to commemorate the Centenary of Federation of Australia in 2001, so it was a one-time award and is no longer given today.
