Queen's Birthday Honours

The recipients were recognised for contributions to medicine and the general public across a range of diverse areas, including Indigenous health, sports ...

Medal of the Order of Australia Medal of the Order of Australia Medal of the Order of Australia

Brigidine nun Sister Brigid Arthur has been made an Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) for her decades of work helping asylum seekers.

She laughs. Would she ever retire? Recently, she assumed the role for a group of young people seeking a judgment that the former environment minister had a duty of care to young people because of the effects of climate change.

Despite raising six kids of their own, Carolyn and David Stedman opened their home and hearts to dozens more.

And he said, what have you got there, a commune?” I like staying at home with my children, going to playgroup, and I could fit another child into my care,” Carolyn Stedman told Sunrise. So we had to chase him and get another form.

Seven Western Australian emergency services personnel recognised nationally; Four Australian Fire Service Medals and three Emergency Services Medals awarded ...

- Mr Patrick Shinnick, who has been a dedicated and active member of Marine Rescue Lancelin since 1984. - Mr Jon Broomhall, who was honoured for his trusted leadership and innovation in more than 27 years of service. - Mr Alan Pugh of Kalamunda Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service (VFRS), who has been recognised for 47 years of service.

“I want to personally thank these officers for their hard work and for winning these awards.'' Australian Police Medals were awarded to: Detective Inspector ...

Sergeant Paul James joined the QPS in 1991 and is the current OIC of Duaringa Police Station where he has served for 15 years. Superintendent Nicole Duke leads community corrections services in the Brisbane region. “The APM is the highest award bestowed on a police officer. He has been instrumental in changing the face of policing in Cairns Central Business District. He has been instrumental in developing community cohesion and youth engagement, particularly with First Nations initiatives. Senior Sergeant Gary Hunter joined the Service in 1988 and is the current OIC of the Cairns City Police Beat where he has served for 11 years.

And Prison Officer Carrol Johns was awarded the Australian Corrections Medal. Director General, Dr Adam Tomison, said both were a credit to the Department and ...

“Ms Johns maintains a high professional standard and balances the cultural differences without conflict. “Ms Stampalia’s role is enormously important for the State’s Justice system, a role she carries out with great leadership, commitment and professionalism,” Dr Tomison said. “She has championed a strong reform agenda in the implementation of more holistic approaches to the justice system through amendments to Government Legislation and the introduction of therapeutic court process to reduce the impact of drug and alcohol abuse, and family violence.

(Left to right): Professor Tanya Monro, Professor Warren Ewens (Photo: University of Pennsylvania), Professor Jennie Brand-Miller, and Professor David Gardner.

Professor David Gardner AM FAA is recognised for significant service to reproductive medicine and to education. Professor Warren Ewens AO FAA FRS is recognised for distinguished service to biology, data science and for his work in tertiary education. Professor Tanya Monro AC FAA FTSE is recognised for eminent service to scientific and technological development, to research and innovation, to tertiary education, particularly in the field of photonics, and to professional organisations. Professor Jennie Brand-Miller AO FAA is recognised for distinguished service to the field of human nutrition and for her role as an advocate for people with disabilities. She is acknowledged for her eminent achievement and merit of the highest degree in service to Australia or to humanity at large. In 2019, she was commended for her contributions to the advancement of gender equality across Australia, receiving the Australian Award for Excellence in Women’s Leadership. In 2012 she became one of the youngest living Fellows of the Australian Academy of Science. And in 2011 she was named South Australia’s Australian of the Year.

Assistant Commissioner Nigel Ryan and Detective Sergeant Scott Mellis have been awarded the Australian Police Medal in recognition of their service and ...

Detective Sergeant Mellis entered the AFP college as a recruit with the AFP in April 1988. Assistant Commissioner Ryan has led the AFP’s International Engagement teams and later headed up the Professional Standards area. Assistant Commissioner Nigel Ryan started with the AFP in December 1994 as a recruit.

This year's list recognises 992 Australians for meritorious and distinguished services, including Australia's first female state premier, chief medical ...

Queensland Conservatorium, Griffith University teachers Oleg Stepanov OAM and Natasha Vlassenko OAM head a number of Griffith staff, former staff and alumni ...

Serena Lillywhite AM was appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for significant service to business and tertiary education. Professor Murray was the inaugural Director of Griffith’s Aerospace Strategic Study Centre (2008—2015). Ms Bell is a member of the Alumni Association Griffith University. Dr Foley AM was a Senior Lecturer in the School of Dentistry and Oral Health (2007—2017). Dr McFadyen held a teaching position at the School of Australian Environmental Studies. Since 2015, Mr Donovan has held an appointment as an Adjunct Professor at the Griffith Institute for Tourism.

Recognising commendable service to policing, and outstanding contribution to the COVID-19 pandemic, Commander Robert Blackwood is awarded the Australian Police ...

“The commendable service and professionalism of both Commander Blackwood and Inspector Semmens makes them outstanding representatives of Tasmania Police, and worthy recipients of the Australian Police Medal.” “On behalf of Tasmania Police, I congratulate Commander Robert Blackwood and Inspector Jim Semmens on being recognised in the Queen’s Birthday Honours today. Recognising commendable service to policing, and outstanding contribution to the COVID-19 pandemic, Commander Robert Blackwood is awarded the Australian Police Medal and Inspector Jim Semmens the Australian Police Medal (COVID-related Services).

Rugby Australia has congratulated the recipients of Queen's Birthday Honours for services to the sport of Rugby with three new Members of the Order of ...

He also served as President of the club from 2014 until 2019. Bell was the Chair and Director of Rugby SA from 2005 until 2014, inducted to the Rugby SA Hall of Fame in 2015. Rugby Australia has congratulated the recipients of Queen's Birthday Honours for services to the sport of Rugby with three new Members of the Order of Australia and two Medal of the Order of Australia announced.

119 Queenslanders have been named in the 2022 Queen's Birthday Honours List – acknowledged for their outstanding service and inspiring achievements in ...

Mr John Marshall PEARCE, QLD, for service to sport, and to philanthropy. Mr Graham Barry OSTERFIELD, Corinda, for service to the community of the Brisbane region. Mrs Gail Elizabeth NIXON, QLD, for service to the community of the Central Highlands. Mrs Elena GOSSE, Mackenzie, for service to manufacturing, and to the community. Mr William Robert DARBY, QLD, for service to the community of the Sunshine Coast. Mr Eric Douglas GELDARD, Miles, for service to the community of the Murilla Shire. Dr Ryan Anthony STORY, Brisbane, for significant service to motorsport, and to the community. Mr Nigel Scott HARRIS, Kangaroo Point, for significant service to the not-for-profit sector, and to the community. The Honourable Timothy Francis CARMODY, QLD, for significant service to the law, and to the judiciary. The Honourable Justice Sarah Catherine DERRINGTON, QLD, for significant service to the judiciary and to the law, and to legal education. Mr Geoffrey Noel FITZPATRICK, Twin Waters, for significant service to optometry, and to the community. The late Dr James CAMERON, Formerly of QLD, for significant service to cardiology, and to professional societies.

For eminent service to the Australian Defence Force through strategic stewardship and capability integration. OFFICER (AO) IN THE MILITARY DIVISION OF THE ORDER ...

- For meritorious achievement in the enhancement of the Technical Secondment program and the development of Technical Mastery in the Royal Australian Navy and nations of the Pacific. - For meritorious devotion to duty in airworthiness certification for the Australian Defence Force. - For meritorious achievement in the reform of organisation management in the Australian Army. - For meritorious achievement in the performance of duty as a Flight Commander in HMAS Melbourne. - For meritorious achievement to the Royal Australian Navy in the fields of personnel and technical seaworthiness management. - For outstanding achievement in the performance of duty as Director Joint Effects and Targeting in Headquarters Joint Operations Command for the Australian Defence Force. - For outstanding achievement in the application of skills and judgement as the Air Force lead for the Loyal Wingman project - For outstanding achievement as the Commanding Officer of the 3rd Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment - For outstanding achievement in cyber capability development for the Australian Defence Force. - For outstanding devotion to duty in the areas of Operational planning for the Australian Defence Force, in particular as the Director of Joint Collective Training in Headquarters Joint Operations Command. - For meritorious performance of duty in Air Mobility capability development and assurance for the Australian Defence Force. - For meritorious performance of duty as the Officer Commanding Maritime Wing and Second in Command of both the Army School of Transport and Second in Command 10th Force Support Battalion.

Hundreds of Australians have been recognised in the platinum jubilee Queen's birthday honours for contributions ranging from sports to the COVID-19 ...

In addition to the 669 Australians who have been recognised in the Order of Australia Honours, 201 have received Meritorious Awards, 37 have received Military Division of the Order of Australia and another 85 have received Distinguished and Conspicuous Awards for their service to the military. Sydney-based Janette Brand-Miller has been appointed Officer of the Order for her work in the disability sector. Sydney-based Janette Brand-Miller, who has also been appointed Officer of the Order, for her work in the disability sector, used this opportunity to highlight the work that still needs to be done in this space. Melbourne-based community worker Brigid Arthur has been appointed Officer of the Order for her social welfare work, particularly towards refugees and asylum seekers. Of the 669 people who have been recognised in the Order of Australia Honours, 307 – or 46 per cent – are women. John Anderson – chairman of the Australasian Centre for Rail Innovation – has been appointed Companion of the Order, awarded for eminent achievement and merit of the highest degree in service to Australia or humanity at large.

Annette Cooper, who has served with Northern Territory Police for 38 years, says her Queen's Birthday award is about something greater than individual ...

"I'm just so honoured to be a part of that team and to get this recognition." The operation initially had no running water or all-weather road access. Like all of the Territorians nominated by her peers for Queen's Birthday honours, she's proud to be a part of a team. How can I help?' "We try as best we can to help and assist in prevention of suicide," he said. "Volunteering for a lot of things is called the dying art, but I believe quite strongly that that's not the case," he said.

Former chief medical officer Brendan Murphy and legendary cricketer Shane Warne stand out on the 992-person list, with eight of those achieving the prestigious ...

Ms Young (pictured below), appointed an AC, was Queensland’s top health official from 2005 until late 2021. Excelling in a different field, Mr Warne will be posthumously appointed an AO some three months after his death. He has since become the health department’s secretary.