They were awarded in three categories, bronze, silver and gold.

The awards have been presented since 1993, and are currently awarded in 13 different categories.

This year, Beard honors will be awarded in 70 categories.

For men, medals are awarded in six categories, individual and team competitions, with each variety of sword.

Smaller prizes of AU$4,000 each are awarded in four categories.

Each year, cash prizes will be awarded in three categories:

The prize was initially awarded in two separate categories and twice a year (with overall winners).

The order is awarded in three categories, each in five classes:

It has been awarded annually since 1980 in two categories: best novel and best short fiction.