07/06/2026
Lynne Curtis O.A.M
The Werribee Victorian Clay Target Club is proud to announce our second recipient of the Order Of Australia medal to the now Lynne Curtis O.A.M, aka "Pup"
The Order of Australia recognises Australians who have demonstrated outstanding service or exceptional achievement, a description that fits Pup to a tee.
Behind the scenes, Pup dedicated his life to our sport and has been recognised by the office of the Governor General for his significant contributions to the sport after one of our members nominated him for this prestigious award.
Over the past 3 years Pup's nomination has been circulating amongst various referees with all facts listed below, validated and investigated thoroughly. We understand that all referees who were contacted throughout the process fully supported the nomination with many of them giving statements of their own to help the nomination, to those people we extend our gratitude. We are also proud to share that Pups nomination was successful on the first, and only attempt.
The only thing that is missing from this piece of fantastic of news is a statement from Lynne Curtis O.A.M. What we can say without a doubt is the Pup would be incredibly honoured, grateful and would have tears of joy with a smile from ear to ear, a sight that will never fade from our memories.
Although Pups sporting achievements were put forward it was Pups volunteer work that ultimately led to the success of his O.A.M nomination.
Pup dedicated his life to giving back to our community. He never sought recognition, accolades or validation he just wanted to make our sport better for everyone to enjoy which is a legacy that still continues.
From the committee of the Werribee Victorian Clay Target Club, we congratulate Lynne Curtis O.A.M
The dot points below is what was listed in Pups O.A.M nomination which were explained in depth to the office of the Governor General.
*office positions
- Bairnsdale CTC president
- Frankston Australian CTC President
- Werribee Victorian CTC President
- Victorian Clay Target Association President
- Australian Clay Target Assn Vice President
- SEZ President
- WISCI committee member
- SEZ delegate for Werribee
- ACTA nationals Tournament Director
* Life Memberships
- ACTA life member
- VCTA life member
- WVCTC life member
- SEZ life member
* Hall of fame
- VCTA hall of fame
- ACTA hall of fame
- AA elite member
* Competitive Achievements
- 5 times National Champion
- 8 State Titles
- 10 Victorian State Teams
- 8 Mackintosh Teams
- 5 times National runner up
- Two Commonwealth Titles, Double Rise Champion and Double Barrel Champion
-New South Wales State Single Barrel Champion (1999)
-Western Australia State Handicap Champion (2011)
-New Zealand National Double Barrel Champion (1994)
-New Zealand National Single Barrel Champion (1988)
-Australian National Handicap Champion (1980 – in his first national competition)
-Australian National Point Score Champion (1992)
-Australian National Champion of Champions (2002 and 2015) — the latter making him the oldest competitor to win a national title in Australia
-Australian National Double Barrel Champion (2007)
And potentially many more achievements and accolades that have been lost to time. I would personally like to thank the referees and decision makers who have made today possible. From what I understand, all referees supported the nomination unanimously and contributed additional and supporting information.
Thank you to everyone involved.
