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Nationals Member for Swan Hill Peter Walsh is calling on leaders and innovators throughout the electorate to nominate for the DPI Science Awards so emerging and existing talent can be acknowledged and rewarded.
Mr Walsh said the awards promote the central role of science, innovation and the application of new technologies to ensure the future and development of the Victorian economy.
“With specific awards for students, primary producers or those working in collaboration with DPI who are championing an innovative solution to an environmental, social or economic issue affecting Victoria’s primary industries, communities or environment, it is worth having a further look to see if you are eligible.
“You can nominate yourself or you can be nominated by friends or peers.”
The Award categories are:
• The Hugh McKay Future Farming Award
• The Nancy Mills Postgraduate Award
• The Daniel McAlpine DPI Science Award
• The SM Wadham Practice Change Award
Nominations are currently open and close on Monday 23 August. Finalists will be announced in September and the awards ceremony will be held on 5 October 2010.
“If you know a strong leader or an innovator within the science field, or a primary producer or team that can demonstrate practical adoption of environmental solutions, then I strongly encourage you to nominate them for these awards,” said Mr Walsh.
Further information about the awards can be found at www.dpi.vic.gov.au or by contacting Peter Walsh’s office on 5032 3154, or at 274 Campbell St Swan Hill.