Australian of the Year

The Australian of the Year is an annual award recognizing Australians who have made outstanding contributions to the nation, society, or community. Established in 1960, it honors individuals who exemplify excellence, leadership, and service across various fields such as science, arts, sports, activism, or community work. Recipients are selected through a national voting process and are celebrated for inspiring positive change and embodying Australian values. The award also includes category winners, like Young Australian of the Year and Senior Australian of the Year, highlighting achievements across different life stages.