Network 10 Congratulates Carrie Bickmore OAM

Network 10 celebrates The Project host Carrie Bickmore, awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (General Division) for her contributions to broadcast media and brain cancer awareness.

Recognition and Career Highlights

Announced in the Queen’s Birthday 2019 Honours list, Carrie’s award recognizes her 18-year television and radio career and her vital role in raising brain cancer awareness. She has co-hosted The Project since its inception in 2009, which marks its 10th anniversary next month.

Awards and Impact

Won TV Week Logie Award for Best New Talent in May 2010
Received the Silver Logie for Best Presenter in 2015
Awarded the Gold Logie for Most Popular Personality on television

Using her platform, Carrie advocated for brain cancer awareness by encouraging participation in wearing beanies. This initiative led to the creation of Beanies 4 Brain Cancer, which saw an overwhelming public response.

“Carrie used this opportunity to raise awareness for brain cancer, encouraging everyone to get involved and wear a beanie for brain cancer.”

Author's summary: Carrie Bickmore’s distinguished media career and heartfelt advocacy for brain cancer awareness earned her the Medal of the Order of Australia, inspiring a nationwide movement with Beanies 4 Brain Cancer.

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