A world leading quantum physics professor whose work could revolutionise drug design, weather forecasting, self-driving vehicles & artificial intelligence - the 2018
#Ausoftheyear
is Prof Michelle Yvonne Simmons
The 2019 Australians of the Year are Craig Challen and Dr Richard Harris their incredible act of selflessness in using their expertise in the rescue of a soccer team and their coach from flooded Thai caves inspired Australia and the World and filled every Australian with pride
Danzel Baker has been announced as the 2019 Young Australian of the Year. Danzel has achieved mainstream success rapping in the Yolngu Matha language and uses his talent to inspire Indigenous youth to embrace their culture and take up leadership positions.
A scientist who has dedicated his career to finding sustainable farming solutions in a changing climate - the 2018 Senior
#Ausoftheyear
is Dr Graham Farquhar AO
That completes the 2018
#Ausoftheyear
Awards. Congratulations to our outstanding Award recipients: Dr Graham Farquhar AO, Prof Michelle Yvonne Simmons, Eddie Woo and Samantha Kerr.
Our 2019 Senior Australian of the the Year is Dr Suzanne Packer AM. She continues to work tirelessly for the welfare of children, particularly those suffering the trauma of child abuse
This mans’ determination and love of life provides inspiration to all Australians - the 2019 NSW
#AusoftheYear
is athlete and advocate Kurt Fearnley AO.
Congratulations to your Senior Australian of the Year for 2021, Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann AM!
#ausoftheyear
Thanks to our Senior Australian of the Year category partner,
@healthgovau
@MiriamRoseFound
Australia's Local Heros for 2019 are Kate and Tick Everett - their legacy to their daughter is to educate the community and help develop strategies to prevent childhood bullying
This morning we recognised Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australian of the Year State and Territory recipients and those who work with indigenous communities at the
@RecAustralia
breakfast. Good luck to all at this evening’s Awards ceremony!
#ausoftheyear
Destigmatising mathematics and making education equitable via social media,
@misterwootube
founder Eddie Woo is the 2018
#NSW
Local Hero
#AusoftheYear
.
Congratulations to your 2021 Young Australian of the Year, Isobel Marshall
#ausoftheyear
Thanks to our Young Australian of the Year category partner,
@ausgov
NT Senior
#ausoftheyear
Dr Miriam-Rose Ungunmerr Baumann AM is an Aboriginal elder from Nauiyu & artist, activist, writer & public speaker, dedicated to driving reconciliation at a grassroots level. Follow Miriam’s story and watch the Awards on 25 Jan from 7.30pm (AEDT) on
@abctv
Professors Long & Scolyer, 2024 NSW Australians of the Year, have shifted the melanoma battle, boosting survival rates significantly. Facing his own fight with brain cancer, Richard's courage propels cancer research forward. Watch their story at
Risking his life to save 12 boys and their coach from a flooded cave in Chaing Rai, Thailand - the 2019 SA
#AusoftheYear
is Specialist Anaesthetist and cave diver, Richard Harris SC OAM.
"To be named an Australian of the Year is both a personal privilege & an even greater shared symbol of progress and hope for the future."
@tamepunk
Find out who the 2022
#AusoftheYear
is TOMORROW! Watch from 7:30pm (AEDT) on
@abctv
COURAGE. SACRIFICE. KINDNESS.
This is what makes an Australian of the Year.
Think about your family, friends, colleagues and community. Do you know someone who’s doing the hard yards, speaking up or giving back?
#NominateNow
via
#Ausoftheyear
The National Australia Day Council is saddened by the passing of 2020 ACT Senior Australian of the Year, Sue Salthouse. Sue was such a vibrant woman who lived life to the full. She was a huge force for change in the disability sector.
#AusoftheYear
@IDPwD
@healthgovau
We pay tribute to 2018
#NSW
Senior
#AusoftheYear
Dr Catherine Hamlin AC, who has passed away peacefully in Ethiopia where she lived for 61 years. Catherine and her late husband Reginald founded a hospital network to help women suffering from childbirth injuries.
@fistulaethiopia
It’s been a busy time as NSW Young
#ausoftheyear
@corey_tutt
&
@DeadlyScience
have been working to help schools affected by bushfires receive books & supplies they need. Click to learn more about Corey & why his nomination for the Awards are important to him.
@woolworths
Congratulations Professor Veena Sahajwalla, the 2022 NSW Australian of the Year!
Veena is pioneering research that's transforming waste into a new generation of green materials and products at
@UNSW
!
Thank you to
#AusoftheYear
category partner,
@auspost
🙌
Our finalists are excited to be in Canberra for the
#ausoftheyear
awards! Good luck to all tonight. Make sure to tune into
@ABCTV
tonight at 7:30 pm AEDT.
“I’m a teacher because I find joy in seeing children grow, opening their eyes to the world around them and helping them find their unique place in it”
@misterwootube
founder Eddie Woo, 2018
#NSW
Local Hero
#Ausoftheyear
:
It's wonderful to see the indomitable Grace Tame, 2021 Australian of the Year, getting the recognition she deserves in this
@time
feature. Congratulations
@tamepunk
🤘
Leader and advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
@tanyahosch
has been named 2021 SA
#AusoftheYear
. To find out more about how Tanya has changed the lives of many Australians, visit . Thanks to
#AusoftheYear
category partner
@auspost
.