The 2012 Deadly Awards were hosted by Luke Carroll and Casey Donovan at the Sydney Opera House on 25 September 2012. Jessica Mauboy and opera singer Deborah Cheetham performed at the ceremony. The Awards program were broadcast on nationally on SBS One on 30 September 2012. The event was an annual celebration of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander achievement in music, sport, entertainment and community.

Lifetime Achievement

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  • Ella Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Sport: Arthur Beetson (NRL)
  • Jimmy Little Award for Lifetime Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Music: The Sapphires – Beverly Briggs, Naomi Mayers, Lois Peeler, Laurel Robinson and Tony Briggs
  • The Marcia Langton Award For Lifetime Achievement In Leadership: Percy Neal
  • The Lifetime Contribution Award For Healing The Stolen Generations: Aunty Lorraine Darcy Peeters

Music

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Sport

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The arts

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Community

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  • Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health: Boodjari Yorgas Family Care Program
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Worker of the Year – John Corowa
  • Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment: Gavin Lester – Boomerang Constructions
  • Broadcaster of the Year: Natalie Ahmat – NITV News
  • Outstanding Achievement in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education: Napranum Parents and Learning Group (PAL)
  • Outstanding Contribution To The Stolen Generations: AbSec – NSW
  • Outstanding Achievement In Cultural Advancement: Tjanpi Desert WeaversNPY Women's Council

The Sydney Opera House Award

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References

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