The ACO is proud to recognise the achievements of those in the Optometry profession. Each year, Members are invited to submit their nominations under two categories the ACO Honorary Life Membership Award and the ACO Member Award for Outstanding Service. These awards are presented to both Members and Non-Members for their outstanding contributions to the ACO and/or the optometry profession.
Members can nominate professionals under one or both of the following categories:
ACO Honorary Life Membership Award criteria
The Honorary Life Membership is awarded to individuals who have made a significant contribution to the Australian College of Optometry and/or the profession. Both Members and non-members are eligible for this award.
Applicants are required to meet 2 or more of the following criteria:
ACO Member Award for Outstanding Service criteria
The Australian College of Optometry Member Award for Outstanding Services is awarded to individual Members who have made an exceptional contribution to the ACO.
Applicants are required to meet 2 or more of the following criteria:
How do I nominate someone?
To nominate someone for one of these awards Members will need to complete an online Nomination Form. Please note only ACO Members can make a nomination for these awards.
Nominations for the 2024 ACO Awards are now closed.
All enquiries regarding the awards or if you require a paper based nomination form, please contact (03) 9349 7578 or email membership@aco.org.au