PKKP’s AIMEE ASHBURTON wins coveted FMG Deadly Award during NAIDOC 2023 CELEBRATIONS

PKKP Enterprises Limited is proud to announce that PKKP Traditional Owner Aimee Ashburton has won the coveted Deadly Award at the FMG Eliwana NAIDOC 2023 Awards night, held on site, on Tuesday July 4th.

As a participant in the Flying Emu 26 pre-employment program, Aimee was able to explore first-hand the potential career opportunities available at FMG Eliwana. Indicating a strong preference to work in retail, Aimee’s determination to follow her dream was rewarded with a CIVEO Retail Traineeship at the Eliwana Café. It’s this determination and endless enthusiasm that has fuelled her success and award nomination.

The Fortescue Deadly Award recognises someone outstanding in nature. They need to be highly motivated people who have overcome barriers, taken on challenges, and shown initiative, all with fierce determination to succeed. Winners are considered the overall champion of Fortescue Values.

FMG General Manager First Nations Rosli Wheelock extended his sincere congratulations.

 “Aimee is an enthusiastic, bright, and happy person, who always has a smile on her face. She is consistently complimented by her team and everyone at Eliwana. Known as the face of the Eliwana Café she is extremely helpful and brings joy to everyone’s day. Most importantly she has a fierce determination to make her mark in the world and exceeding her deadliness as the Deadly Award winner this year”.

The 2023 NAIDOC Awards presentation followed a stirring performance by the Peedamulla dancers. Onlookers, invited guests and Traditional Owners, were treated to a traditional song and dance performance which included the Little Devil Dance.

Other FMG ELIWANA NAIDOC 2023 Award winners were:

Excellence in Training and Development – Darryl Lea King

Empowering Generational Change – Sarah Feeney

Leadership Award – Wayne Townsend

Safety Award – Noah Lockyer-Ward

PKKP Enterprises extends their congratulations to all of the well-deserved winners.