Begin the Journey
Three steps from your first hunt to recognition of a lifetime pursuit of excellence.
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The AWARDS
The Malek Medal is the entry point into the Malek Awards. It certifies the fair-chase pursuit of a single eligible species in Australia or New Zealand — the first formal mark of recognition in a hunter’s journey.
Fee: No Application Fee
Successful applications: US$100 per medal, plus shipping and handling
The Australian and New Zealand Game Trophies recognize hunters who have taken seven of the ten eligible species listed for the respective country.
At least 4 must be taken free-range.
Application Fee: US$400
Successful applications: Trophy fee invoiced separately
The J. J and D. P. South Pacific Grand Slam Award recognizes completion of the required species across Australia and New Zealand, while the Malek Golden Award honours the same pursuit at a higher standard, subject to the Association’s eligibility and scoring requirements.
Application Fee: US$400
Successful applications: Award fee invoiced separately
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The RECOGNITION
Achievement comes through the hunt. Recognition follows only after the application, supporting evidence and eligibility have been reviewed and approved.
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How to Apply
Six steps to recognition.
01
Choose your award
Select the medal, trophy or award that matches the achievement for which you are submitting.
02
Complete Form A for each animal
A separate Form A is required for every individual animal entered.
03
Complete the relevant Form B
Use the Form B created for the medal, trophy or award you are pursuing.
04
Gather your supporting evidence
Include clear field photographs and any supporting documentation requested by the Association.
05
Email your complete application
Send all completed forms, photographs and supporting materials to the appropriate Malek Award Association office.
06
Complete payment and await assessment
Once the application fee has been received, you will be notified of the result of the application and, where applicable, a link will be sent to you for the award fee.
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What to Include
What to include with your application.
Form A for each animal
Relevant Form B
Applicant and hunt details
Species and SCI score
Date and location taken
Free-range or enclosure details
Outfitter details
Clear field photographs
Supporting documentation
Signed declarations
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
From submission to recognition.
01
Completeness check
The Association checks that the correct forms, photographs and supporting documents have been provided.
02
Application payment
Where an Application Fee applies, you will receive a secure payment link. Your application proceeds once payment has been received.
03
Application Assessment
The Association reviews your submission against the relevant eligibility and award requirements.
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Approval and final payment
Successful applicants are notified and receive a second payment link for the applicable Award, Trophy or Medal Fee.
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Production and dispatch
Once the payment has been received, you will be notified of the arrangements for the award ceremony. Medals are not awarded at a ceremony but are posted to awardees semi-annually.
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Download Forms
Download the form for your award.
FORM A
Individual Animal Entry Form
Complete one Form A for every animal included in your application.
FORM B / MEDALS
Malek Medals Form B
For individual eligible species submitted for Malek Medal recognition.
FORM B / AU
Australian Game Trophy Form
For hunters submitting seven eligible species taken in Australia.
FORM B / NZ
New Zealand Game Trophy Form
For hunters submitting seven eligible species taken in New Zealand.
FORM B / AWARDS
Grand Slam & Golden Awards Form
For applicants pursuing the South Pacific Grand Slam or Malek Golden Award.
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The Association
Email your application to the Malek Award Association.
Send your completed forms, clear field photographs and supporting documentation to the relevant Association office.
Include all Form A documents, the relevant Form B and supporting evidence in the same submission wherever possible.
The MALEK Dispatch
Field notes from the South Pacific — four times a year.
News on the Malek Awards. No marketing, no third parties.