This shield, in memory of Ross Treharne, is presented to the individual who, in the opinion of the Chapter, deserves recognition for an outstanding achievement in the field of electronic warfare in Australia. The recipient must be an AOC Australia individual or corporate member and must demonstrate significant contributions to advancing electronic warfare capabilities or operations through innovative approaches, exceptional leadership, or groundbreaking research.

This award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in the field of cyber warfare over the previous calendar year. The applicant must demonstrate exceptional skills and accomplishments in developing or enhancing cyber warfare strategies, successfully leading cyber operations, or making significant advancements in cyber defence technologies.

This award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding achievements in the field of information operations. The applicant must provide evidence of impactful contributions to information operations, such as developing effective information strategies, executing successful operations, or innovating within the field to support defence objectives.

This award is presented to an individual who is a member of Defence (Army, Navy, Air Force, or APS) and recognises them for their contribution to Australia’s Information Warfare capability or operations. Members nominated for this award must have demonstrated notable contributions to their field of practice, including improving operational capabilities, leading significant projects, or achieving remarkable results in information warfare missions. The award is presented in 4 categories (Army, Navy, Air Force, APS).

This award is presented to an individual Industry member who has made an exceptional contribution to Australia’s Information Warfare capability or operations. Members nominated for this award must have demonstrated notable contributions to their field of practice. Applicants should highlight significant achievements, leadership in critical projects, or advancements in information warfare technologies or strategies.

This award is presented annually to an individual from the academic or research communities in recognition of a significant contribution to the Information Warfare body of knowledge. The recipient of this award should be able to demonstrate significant research achievements, development of innovative technologies, or substantial advancements in theoretical or applied information warfare.

This award is given to an AOC Australia member under the age of 30 to recognize early career achievement. The applicant must show exceptional promise and accomplishments in their field, including innovative work, leadership in projects, or significant contributions to electronic warfare, cyber warfare, or information operations early in their career.

AOC Australia hosts an annual essay competition to engage with individual members and to generate discussion on important topics within the community. The winner of this competition will receive $500, a one-year membership to AOC, and the opportunity to present their paper at the next AOC Australia convention. Applicants must submit an insightful and well-researched essay on a relevant topic, demonstrating critical thinking, originality, and potential impact on the field of information warfare. This is a different submission process:

Submit for the Essay Competition here

• Judging will be conducted by the AOC Australia Awards sub-committee members. The CV will have a 50% weighting (including reference), and the description of achievements will have a 50% weighting.