Licensed operators
Coralie Hungerford meets The Duke of EdinburghDetermination to meet The Duke of Edinburgh - and the patience to wait three years to do so - has led to a lifelong commitment to Dukes for Gold Award holder Coralie Hungerford.
What is a licensed operator?
Find out what a licensed operator is and the types of organisations who are currently licensed operators in Queensland. You will find this page is also a handy guide if you are wondering where to start looking for a local licensed operator.
How to get involved
Getting involved in the Award as a licensed operator is a simple process which has been outlined for you in six easy steps.
You can help your participants plan their Award program by providing advice on the requirements of each section and choosing suitable activities. Everything you need to know about Dukes and Bridge is available online, including information about Award levels, Award sections and rules and requirements.
Funding available
Small one-off grants are available to assist organisations working with at-risk young people to establish Dukes within their organisation.
Publications, forms and resources
Comprehensive resource for the forms and resources you need to attract young people to the Bridge and Dukes Awards and guide them through from applicant to participant to Gold Award holder.
Licensed operators testimonials
Check out these real life stories from licensed operators who have guided Dukes and Bridge participants and see why so many continue to volunteer their time to support the many young Queenslanders starting the Award each year.
If you’re a licensed operator and you would like your story to feature here please contact qld.award.office@communities.qld.gov.au