Bailey Thomas Jones

The ADF Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Award

The ADF Long Tan Youth Leadership and Teamwork Awards started in 2006 to recognise students who demonstrate leadership and teamwork within both the school and the broader local community. At the same time, they recognise those who display strong values, such as doing one’s best, respect for others and “mateship”, characteristics that are integral to Australian society.

The awards are an important initiative by the Australian Government in conjunction with the Australian Defence Force designed to encourage senior students – tomorrow’s leaders – to actively participate in the life of their schools and local communities. In 2007 some 2100 schools participated. The number of schools participating today is over 2400.

The Battle of Long Tan holds a special place in the hearts and minds of Australians. In recognition of one of the defining moments in Australian military history, in August 2006 the then Prime Minister announced that it would be fitting to name the awards the 'ADF Long Tan Youth Leadership & Teamwork Awards'. It is also a fitting tribute to the Long Tan veterans, as the very traits they demonstrated such as determination, mateship, teamwork, tenacity, compassion and leadership, are the same attributes we hope to encourage and recognise in students.

The iLEAD Program Certificate, University Of Newcastle

The iLEAD program aims to engage, develop, and inspire you to unlock your leadership potential by providing environments where you can demonstrate the skills required for effective leadership. The iLEAD program provides you with the space to engage with leadership concepts and develop individual skill sets within campus-based programs and networking opportunities with alumni, industry and the wider community.

Open Foundation (Tertiary Entrance) Certificate

Overall Grade for the completion of Open Foundation, Graduated at Distinction level.

University Of Newcastle Grading Scale

Distinction (D)

Excellent standard indicating a very high level of knowledge and understanding of the relevant materials; demonstration of a very high level of academic ability; sound development of skills*; and achievement of all learning outcomes.

Open Foundation is a free pathway program offered at the University of Newcastle for people who do not have the qualifications required for direct entry into their desired undergraduate degree program or for those who feel they could use a little extra preparation and support before beginning their degree. It is designed to help you develop the skills you need not only to gain entry, but to find success at university and beyond.

Open Foundation courses cover a range of disciplines, including academic literacies and language support; business and entrepreneurship; computing, maths and technology; communications and creative industries; education; engineering; health and medical services; law; science and the environment and society and culture.

Upon successful completion of the program, students are guaranteed entry into a selection of undergraduate degrees at the University and are eligible to apply for admission to most degree programs. Completion of Open Foundation is accepted as an entry qualification to many universities in Australia.

Military Family

Born and raised into a military family there are standards to uphold, disciplined actions involving Loyalty, Respect, Responsibility, Commitment, Cooperation, and Communication. Standards of appearance is very important and being well organised to be well prepared and presented, is also a very important aspect of the military life, maintaining a sense of pride in uniform as well as attitude within the professional life and quiet life, however the key point being a strong dedication to myself, my peers, and my work.

Volunteered Work

Involved in Uni Crew at the University of Newcastle a volunteering program designed to help the University and broader community, it’s also a terrific benefit to yourself – both personally and professionally. Volunteering provides opportunities to make new friends, create opportunities to diversify your university experience outside the classroom, as well as engage in a variety of activities, initiatives, and events on and off campus.