SARRAH presents the SQUAWK Award to recognise a member who contributes to the organisation and makes an outstanding, long-term contribution to improve Australia’s rural and remote allied health capacity, access and quality and who demonstrates an exemplary commitment to address the challenges and constraints people face in delivering and accessing these vital services.
Professor Narelle Campbell, Rural and Remote Health, Flinders University NT, was the winner of the 2021 Award Ceremony held virtually at the SARRAH Annual General Meeting. Professor Campbell is only the eleventh person to receive the award since it was first presented in 2001.
In making the Award, SARRAH acknowledged Narelle’s leadership, guidance, mentoring and governance skills, her compassion and the great commitment she has shown to equitable rural allied health access, workforce development and education throughout her career.
Professor Campbell's contribution also extended to 5 years’ service on the SARRAH Board, including several years as Treasurer, during which time SARRAH weathered difficult operating circumstances and adapted to be well-positioned to continue the work she represents so well.
Flinders University NT stated that " this award also showcase the committment of Flinders University to making a difference through its work in allied health" . Read more here
Narelle Campbell - 2021
Dr Kim Bulkeley - 2020
Catherine Maloney [Darwin, 2018]
Robyn Glynn [Darwin, 2018]
Rob Curry [Port Lincoln, 2016]
Elaine Ashworth [Lauceston, 2012]
Owen Allen [Yeppoon, 2008]
Shelagh Lowe [Yeppoon, 2008]
Jason Warnock [Albury, 2006]
Robyn Adams [Alice Springs, 2004]
Michael Bishop [Cairns, 2001]
About the Award
The SARRAH SQUAWK Award is a prestigious award, established to recognise SARRAH members for making significant service to the organisation or an outstanding contribution to Australia’s rural and remote allied health through:
