GSDC Medal

The GSDC Medal recognises best practice and innovative contributions to the management our region’s natural resources.

NOMINATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

The winner of the 2021 GSDC Medal will receive a sterling silver medal and a $5,000 grant to further their work from the Great Southern Development Commission.

This year, we’ve made it easier for you to nominate someone in your community who inspires you. Click on the link below to download the guidelines and application form.

Guidelines and Application Form

Nominations close on Friday 5 March 2021.

2018-19 GSDC MEDAL

Cranbrook farmer Ian Walsh was awarded the 2018-19 GSDC Medal at a presentation dinner on Friday 7 June. Albany MLA Peter Watson presented Mr Walsh with the medal. As well as the sterling silver medal, Mr Walsh receives a $5,000 grant to further his work.

Mr Walsh has taken innovative approaches to addressing salinity on his property near Cranbrook, using salt-tolerant plants to reclaim land degraded by rising salt.

Three other finalists for the award - Darryl Outhwaite, Harriet Paterson, and Bill and Jane Thompson - each receive a $1,000 grant for further work in their fields.

The story of the GSDC Medal goes back to 2002, and winners have included scientists, community leaders, environmentalists, educators and farmers.

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