Cliff Cairns Award
Cliff was part of the Tasmanian carnival family for many years. He came to Carnival for one reason, not to play, Coach or referee, but to serve in whatever manner he could. The Cliff Cairns Award is given to a person who shows an outstanding commitment to serving God through serving people during The Australian Baptist Basketball Championships.
The award is given on an acknowledgement basis, it is not an annual award. On receipt of the award, the individual is regarded as a “life Member” of the ABBC.
| Year | Life Member |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Jess Van Schie |
| 2016 | Leigh Pennington |
| 2015 | Nathan Strempel Jay Sawyer |
| 2013 | Jeff Andrews |
| 2011 | Mark Townsend |
| 2007 | Jon Dyer |
| 2006 | Chris Hodge |
| 2003 | Andy Stewart |
| 2002 | Jill Andrews John Morrhouse |
| 2001 | Warren Andrews |
| 1999 | Johanna Crinion |
| 1998 | Steve O’Brien |
Spirit of Carnival Award
This is an annual award that is given to someone who demonstrates the spirit of carnival throughout the week. It might be awarded for outstanding service, showing kindness, or another act that shows commitment to making Carnival great. If you see someone throughout the week that you think deserves this award you can nominate them by telling your state representative.
| Year | Recipients |
|---|---|
| 2017 | Mark Sytsma |
| 2016 | Joshua Manthe |
| 2015 | Karen Lierse |