Chandler Award

ちゃんどらーしょう

Presented by the Australian Science Fiction Foundation for outstanding achievement in Australian science fiction.

Science fictionAchievement / Lifetime achievementAustralian literature

Established: 1992
Organizer: Australian Science Fiction Foundation
Category: Genre Fiction
Selection Method: Selection
Target: Professional
Frequency: Nominally annual (presented in conjunction with the Australian National Science Fiction Convention); not necessarily presented every year
Status: Active

Description

The Chandler Award is presented by the Australian Science Fiction Foundation for 'Outstanding Achievement in Australian Science Fiction'. Named in recognition of A. Bertram Chandler's contribution and patronage, it is decided by a jury and—though nominally an annual award presented alongside the Australian National Science Fiction Convention—is not necessarily awarded every year. The first award was presented in 1992.

Prize

Main Prize: Honorary award for outstanding achievement in Australian science fiction. No cash prize is specified in the source.

Selection

Selection Process

Stage	Judges	Pass Rate	Announcement
Selection	Jury/panel appointed by the Australian Science Fiction Foundation	—	Announced/presented at the Australian National Science Fiction Convention (when the award is given)