People Awards

Child Hero of the Year

April 1, 2011

The Child Hero of the Year Award rewards a brave, heroic, and unique child. This child may be recovering from a life threatening accident, or is battling a serious illness. Throughout their ordeal, this child has shown remarkable strength and an unwavering positive attitude. Our 2012 Child Hero of the Year is Sean Byrne! Child [...]

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Obstetrician of the Year

April 1, 2011
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Proudly Sponsored by Informative, attentive and caring are some of the words used to describe obstetricians. Guiding you through your pregnancy, they are often a very reassuring presence in the run up to your child’s birth. Our 2012 Obstetrician of the Year is Dr. Rishi Roopnarinesingh! Dr. Rishi Roopnarinesingh pictured with his wife Carolanne  Here [...]

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Little Champion of the Year

April 1, 2011

Through this Award we recognise a child who has acted courageously, showed maturity or initiative well beyond their years during a stressful or traumatic incident, or called 999 in an emergency. Our 2012 Child Hero of the Year is Lily Tumulty! Little Champion of the Year, Lily Tumulty Here is her story: When Lily Tumulty [...]

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Paediatrician of the Year

April 1, 2011

Proudly Sponsored by Your child’s paediatrician plays such an important role in your family’s life, providing expert medical advice and addressing your concerns. Through this Award we honour a paediatrician that is particularly supportive, compassionate, and always goes beyond the call of duty. Our 2012 Paediatrician of the Year is Dr. Orla Franklin!  Paediatrician of [...]

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Business Parent of the Year

April 1, 2011

Starting a new company and/or running your own business isn’t easy at the best of times: and it can seem nearly impossible when you have to contend with sleepless nights, nappy changing and toddler tantrums!Business Parent of the Year rewards a parent successfully manages their hectic business schedule around being a full-time parent. Our 2012 [...]

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Baby Story of the Year

April 1, 2011

Proudly Sponsored by It could be pregnancy complications, years trying to conceive or a premature birth. Baby Story of the Year recognises a baby who ultimately overcame all challenges and is now a thriving, healthy little boy or girl (age 0-12 months). Our 2012 Baby Story of the Year is Hailey Rose MacNeice! Hailey Rose [...]

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Grandparent of the Year

April 1, 2011

The Grandparent of the Year Award celebrates inspirational grandparents who have worked tirelessly to support their grandchildren. They may have assisted in raising their grandchildren, exerted a positive influence through quality time, or helped a young family through a difficult period. Our 2012 Grandparent of the Year is Nora Fahy!  Grandparent of the Year, Nora [...]

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Dad of the Year

April 1, 2011

The Dad of the Year Award rewards dedicated fathers who go that extra mile to spend quality time with their children despite any challenges they may face. This could mean showing outstanding support through a particularly tough time, or working extra hard and defying all the odds to provide for their family. Our 2012 Dad [...]

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