The Luminous Award Australia recognises outstanding journalism in the field of oncology. Hosted by the Clinical Oncological Society of Australia, the Luminous Award Australia honours journalists who serve their readers/viewers by providing responsible, accurate and timely information on advances in cancer prevention, research, treatment and patient support.

The Luminous Award Australia offers a cash prize of AU$5000 in each of two categories - print and broadcast. The winners and highly commended applicants will be automatically entered into the International Luminous Award.

The Luminous Award Australia is judged by an independent panel who are represented by the following organisations:

-- Clinical Oncological Society of Australia
-- Cancer Voices Australia
-- The Cancer Council Australia
-- The Brain Foundation
-- National Breast Cancer Centre
-- National Breast Cancer Foundation
-- Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia
-- National Ovarian Cancer Network
-- The Australian Lung Foundation
-- Asbestos Diseases Foundation of Australia
-- Asbestos Diseases Advisory Service of Australia
-- Leukaemia Foundation
-- Australian Medical Writers Association

The winner of the International Luminous Award will receive a seven-day trip and the opportunity to be enlightened by the work of a leading oncologist or cancer researcher in Boston, London, New York, Paris or Sydney. Alternatively, they can elect to have a cash donation of 10,000 made in the form of a scholarship, in the winner's name, to help a student continue their studies to become a journalist and enlighten others through his/her work.

For more information or to obtain a Luminous Award Australia nomination form, visit the website of the Clinical Oncological Society of Australia at cosa.au. The closing date for entries is 26 May 2006.

The Luminous Award is proudly supported by Eli Lilly Australia.

Clinical Oncology Society of Australia
cosa.au