Established :
In the Year of 2000. This award will be only issued during the year 2000
Eligibility :
During the year of 2000 Sydney hosted the Olympics and the Paralympics and it was concidered an ideal time to issue such an award. The medal is intended to recognise a cross-section of those whose efforts have added to Australian sporting excellence. These include current and former competitors and those who provide the support base for sport: coaches sport scientists, facility managers, office holders, and those who maintain playing fields, and provide other sundry services and more.
Description :
The medal design symbolises Australian sport with imagery of a sports stadium and the sky filled with the stars of the Southern Cross. The revers also has the stadium design but also has the words 'To Commemorate Australian Sporting Achievement' and the number 2000.
NUMBER AWARDED:
18,000
