From Covid to climate, navigating the extremes
Alan Finkel says the politics of the Covid-19 pandemic has reminded him of the climate change culture wars that dominated his tenure as chief scientist.
Honours
‘It’s a pinch yourself kind of moment’
Maggie Beer’s passion for cooking has propelled her to heights of foodie fame, becoming the nation’s most beloved culinary icon despite having no formal training as a chef.
Apt recognition for a trailblazer
Gija artist Lena Nyadbi has received an Order of Australia for her pioneering work as a contemporary Indigenous artist and a leader of the Warmun Art Movement.
Athletes lauded for golden achievements
Four gold medallists at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games have been made Members of the Order of Australia in the Australia Day honours list.
Leadership in foreign conflict
A senior army officer has been awarded one of the military’s highest honours in recognition of his exceptional leadership in the Middle East last year.
Our unsung heroes of law and health order
More than 50 Australians have been recognised on the Covid-19 honour roll for service during the pandemic.
Women, scientists head up awards list
This year’s Australia Day Honours List boasts more women than ever, but one woman in particular was always going to stand out.
Billionaire patron goes from strength to strength
The mining billionaire has been recognised for her work in business and also philanthropy, where she is a big backer of Australian Olympic athletes
Neighbours who major in caring
They’re ladies of the screen who got their break on Ramsay Street in the fictional suburb of Erinsborough in Melbourne, acting in the soap opera Neighbours.
Be yourself: a touch of Dylan, a lot of Alcott
Be yourself. That’s Dylan Alcott’s message, the message of the 2022 Australian of the Year. Be yourself and watch your world change.
If unity’s a bridge too far, civility must chart the way
If we are to settle the big questions of a republic and a voice, we need to find a better way than this. And our next Australian of the Year should lead by example.
Heroes rewarded in Queen’s Birthday Honours
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Fighting spirit raises millions for MND
The beast Neale Daniher is fighting has almost stolen his speech for good, but the spirit, humour, quick mind and ambition of the AFL legend remain unbroken.
Superhero to the rescue for arts, charity
Hollywood star Chris Hemsworth has been honoured with the Member of the Order of Australia for service to the arts.
Legend honoured for relentless campaigns
Patrick Smith was the light on the hill for many of us in journalism.
A determination to help build the future
Mark Birrell has worn many hats in a varied political and corporate career.
Seniors advocate far from retiring
Everald Compton has just turned 90 but that’s not going to stop him.
‘It makes me sick’: artist returns award
Peter Kingston has sent back his Member of the Order of Australia award to protest Margaret Court’s own honour.
Going in to bat for kids on the street
Former Test captain Greg Chappell will be remembered as one of our greatest batsmen but his achievements off the field are as significant as those on it.
Religious leader a pioneer of peace
Rabbi Dr John Levi is proud of Australia’s Jewish history, dating back to the First Fleet, the first Australian-born governor-general Sir Isaac Isaacs, and General Sir John Monash.
Art collector adds award to his haul
Michael Buxton’s first collection was blue glasses belonging to his mother, then he started stamp collecting — and now part of his art collection is on display at Buxton Contemporary.
Major goal is to have fun: kids’ coach
Lawrence Barnett has been involved with kids’ football and athletics for 40 years in roles including coaching and umpiring.
Bringing respect to their uniform
Several Australian defence personnel involved in the sharp end of operations in the Middle East against Islamist terror have been recognised.
OAM for hip-hop livewire Baker Boy
“I look forward to a time where we celebrate our country, our people and their achievements on a different day out of respect for all of my First Nations brothers and sisters,” he said.
Ex-PM’s ‘significant contributions’ recognised
Malcolm Turnbull, who was Liberal MP for Wentworth from 2004 to 2018, will be awarded the Companion of the Order of Australia (AC).
Unsung hero on the virus frontline
Top commonwealth official Caroline Edwards is an unsung hero of the nation’s initial coronavirus response, having led the federal health team.
Passion plus drive adds up to stellar career
In 1983, when Cheryl Praeger was appointed to a maths professorship at UWA at just 35 years of age, she was the only woman in Australia to hold such a position.
Class act whether on stage or at the track
Gai Waterhouse switched acting in London for horse training. She’s done all right for herself and now she’s on the Australia Day honours list.
Eye surgeon agrees women overlooked
Men have yet again dominated this year’s Australia Day honours list, with just over a third of awards going to women.
‘I put this with year I won grand slam’
Margaret Court says she is praying for Daniel Andrews because his beliefs have skewed ‘so far left’ he has lost touch with Australia’s values.
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