DAHL MEDAL
Dahl medal is the highest award presented by Dahlia Society of Australia.
There can only be a maximum of 5 medals held by living recipients at any one time.
It is presented to an individual from any DSA affiliated dahlia society after an extensive selection process, the selection criteria listed below.
- Has contributed greatly to dahlias in Australia
- Promotes the dahlia
- Contributes to the management of societies
- Supports dahlia shows
- Introduces dahlias of quality
- Encourages new society members
- Mentor to prospective new members/growers
- Presentation for meetings
- Writes publications and articles for news letters
- Involved in judging
- Is an ambassador for the dahlia
John Menzel OAM †
John Menzel was the Dahlia Society of Australia President from its inception in 2010 until his passing early 2021
John was voted to receive the DAHL Medal in 2018
Fran Grylls
Fran was voted to receive the DAHL Medal in 2018
Charlie Smith
Charlie was voted to receive the DAHL Medal in 2019
Alf Hardingham †
Alf was voted to receive the DAHL Medal in 2021
A legend in the dahlia world and member of Portland Dahlia Society Victoria until his passing mid 2023
Les Lawson
Les was voted to receive the DAHL Medal in 2021
John Woodfield †
Steven Wedd
Steven (left) receiving his DAHL Medal in 2024