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Nominations are now open for the 2025 Australian of the Year Awards

The Australian of the Year Awards gives Queenslanders the opportunity to nominate individuals who show courage and inspire us to make our own contribution to a better society. Since 1960, the Australian of the Year Awards celebrate the significant achievements and contributions of extraordinary Australians who are making a positive difference within their community, their state and across the nation.

The awards give Queenslanders the opportunity to nominate individuals who show courage and inspire us to make our own contribution to a better Australia. They may be people who bring about great change, who give a voice to those who need to be heard, or who humbly serve their community.

Nominations can be made across the following four categories:

• Australian of the Year – celebrating the achievements and contributions of eminent Australians who are role models for us all.
• Senior Australian of the Year – recognising those Australians aged 65 and over who continue to achieve and make a difference.
• Young Australian of the Year – celebrating inspiring individuals aged between 16 to 30 years who have accomplished great things in all walks of life.
• Australia’s Local Hero – acknowledges individuals making a difference in their local community.

It only takes one nomination to elevate their voice, help them access more support, or give them national recognition. Anyone can nominate an Australian they admire. It takes just one nomination by any member of the public to get started.

It’s so easy to nominate, just visit australianoftheyear.org.au and nominate now! Nominations close Wednesday, 31 July 2024.