Rhys Jones Medal
Australian Archaeological Association Awards
Rhys Jones Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Australian Archaeology
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The Rhys Jones Medal is the highest award offered by the Australian Archaeological Association. It was established in honour of Rhys Jones (1941-2001) to mark his enormous contribution to the development and promotion of archaeology in Australia. The Medal is presented annually to an individual who has made an outstanding and sustained contribution to the field. |
| Year | Awardee |
|---|---|
| 2007 | Jeremy Green |
| 2006 | Mike Smith |
| 2005 | Sharon Sullivan |
| 2004 | John Mulvaney |
| 2003 | Isabel McBryde |
| 2002 | Rhys Maengwyn Jones |
Call for Nominations
Nominations are called for the Rhys Jones Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Australian Archaeology. The Rhys Jones Medal is the highest award offered by the Australian Archaeological Association. It was established in honour of Rhys Jones (1941-2001) to mark his enormous contribution to the development and promotion of archaeology in Australia. The Medal is presented annually to an individual who has made an outstanding and sustained contribution to the field.
Nominations should consist of a one-page supporting statement outlining the nominee's archaeological career and how this work has benefited Australian archaeology. Note that nominees do not need to be a member of the Association; be an Australian citizen; or work exclusively in Australia or on Australian material.
All nominations will be considered by the Executive of the Australian Archaeological Association with advice as appropriate from senior members of the discipline. The decision of the Executive is final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Nominations should be received no later than 31 August by the President, Australian Archaeological Association at the address below.
The recipient will be announced at the Australian Archaeological Association Annual Conference.
Send nominations to:
President
Australian Archaeological Association Inc.
School of Geography & Environmental Science
Building 11
Monash University
Clayton VIC 3800

