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Honour Roll
Celebrating contribution
AusDBF Honour Roll
Recognising the people whose service, achievements and commitment have helped shape dragon boating in Australia.
Nominations
Contact info@ausdbf.com.au for current nomination dates and requirements. The published Hall of Fame and Jon Taylor Memorial Award forms below relate to the 2026 nomination round.
Life Members
Life Membership recognises deserving individuals for their contribution to the sport. Read the nomination criteria in the published form and contact AusDBF about the current nomination process.
| Recipient | State | Year honoured |
|---|---|---|
| Janine Lette | QLD | 2024 |
| Rex Tindal | WA | 2023 |
| Martin Hastings | NSW | 2023 |
| Janelle Gamble | QLD | 2020 |
| John Holland | SA | 2019 |
| Loretta Lewis | QLD | 2017 |
| Christopher Alexandrou | NSW | 2015 |
| Melanie Cantwell | NSW | 2014 |
| Michelle Hanton | NT | 2014 |
| Jon Taylor (posthumously) | NSW | 2009 |
| Les Williams | ACT | 2008 |
| Raymond Leung | NSW | 2008 |
| Trevor Huggard | VIC | 2008 |
AusDBF Hall of Fame
The Hall of Fame celebrates outstanding sporting achievement, integrity and character. It honours people whose contributions have helped define the sport and inspired other dragon boaters.
Athlete Members
Individuals who have competed at the highest level of competition available.
General Members
People recognised for excellence and outstanding achievement in roles supporting participants or the sport, including administration, coaching and officiating.
| Recipient | State | Year honoured |
|---|---|---|
| Loretta Lewis | QLD | 2026 |
| Melanie Cantwell | NSW | 2025 |
| Lorrie Ledwell | QLD | 2025 |
| Christopher Alexandrou | NSW | 2024 |
| Jon Taylor (posthumously) | NSW | 2024 |
Jon Taylor Memorial Award
Presented annually at the Australian Dragon Boat Championships, this award recognises outstanding achievements and contributions to the development and growth of dragon boat racing in Australia.
Read about Jon Taylor’s contribution and legacy
Read about Jon Taylor’s contribution and legacy
| Recipient | State | Year honoured |
|---|---|---|
| Norm Hunt | QLD | 2026 |
| Laura Hughes | WA | 2025 |
| Rex Tindal | WA | 2024 |
| Anthony Skipper (posthumously) | QLD | 2024 |
| John Holland | SA | 2023 |
| Serghei Cucsa | VIC | 2022 |
| Peter Smith | SA | 2021 |
| Barbara Clarkson | WA | 2020 |
| Maggie Boyce - joint winner | QLD | 2019 |
| Mary Weaver - joint winner | NSW | 2019 |
| Janine Lette | QLD | 2018 |
| Marilyn McClellan | VIC | 2017 |
| Christopher Alexandrou | NSW | 2016 |
| Melissa O'Brien - joint winner | VIC | 2015 |
| Eliza Campbell - joint winner | VIC | 2015 |
| Loretta Lewis | QLD | 2014 |
| Daryl Manzie | NT | 2013 |
| Blair Gamble - joint winner | QLD | 2012 |
| Malcolm Wills - joint winner | NSW | 2012 |
| Vic Fazakerley | WA | 2011 |
| Michele Moroney | ACT | 2010 |
| Jennifer Bould | SA | 2009 |