Nominations are called for the ‘John (Max) MacDermott Award’ for 2023, presented in recognition of members’ outstanding contributions to their union.

This award has been extended to enable members to recognise both the outstanding efforts of individual activists and the efforts of school chapters, chapter executives or chapter networks.

Why was the John (Max) MacDermott Award created?
John (Max) MacDermott was a highly successful and respected teacher at Mercy College, Mackay who had a deep interest in union activities. As a chapter president and staff representative he worked diligently and tirelessly to represent the interests of staff. This award honours his memory and his outstanding contribution as a unionist and union activist.

Are there any ‘John (Max) MacDermotts’ in your chapter or branch?
If you know of individuals within your chapter or a chapter or other group who have made an outstanding contribution as unionists and union activists, we invite you to nominate them.
AWARD CRITERIA:
  • Has worked diligently and tirelessly to assist members to address their issues;
  • Has acted with honesty, integrity and courage in the conduct of union affairs;
  • Has promoted member action and networking at the chapter and/or branch level; and
  • Has made an outstanding contribution to their school chapter and/or branch and IEUA-QNT through activism in a specific area.

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* 1. Nominees name

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* 2. Nominee workplace

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* 3. What qualities does the above nominee demonstrate that make you feel they should receive the John (Max) MacDermott Award (refer to criteria)?

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* 4. How has the above nominee assisted members in addressing their issues?

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* 5. Provide example/s illustrating how the nominee has promoted member action and involvement at the chapter, branch or network level:

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* 6. Describe how the nominee has made an outstanding contribution to the school chapter and IEUA-QNT through activism in a specific area:

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* 7. Nominated by

Nominations close: 5pm Friday, 13 October 2023.  Any questions please email: tmckenzie@ieuqnt.org.au

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