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Australia Day 2025: Celebrating Our Unsung Heroes – With a Side of Scrabble!

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Join us as we uncover the incredible stories of Australia's 2025 Day Honours recipients, from gold medalists to Scrabble champions!

Australia Day 2025 has rolled around again, and it's a time to celebrate not just our beautiful country, but the unsung heroes who make it extraordinary! This year’s Honours List is bursting with inspiring stories from across the nation: from two Queenslanders who shone bright as new Companions of the Order of Australia (AC) after their gold medal triumphs at the Paris Olympics, to an array of passionate community leaders who have contributed immeasurably to Australian society. They’re as diverse as they are remarkable, with achievements spanning sports, advocacy, research, and correctional services!

Among the 732 honorees, we find Aboriginal leaders, domestic violence prevention advocates, a master of traditional embroidery, and yes, even a Scrabble champion! Talk about a multitude of talents! The Australian Defence Force has stepped into the limelight, too, with nearly 80 personnel receiving military awards, ensuring our nation is well-defended both on and off the field. All these contributions remind us of the vibrant tapestry that is our great land; our community spirit is as undeniable as a kangaroo at a BBQ.

As we gather to applaud the accomplishments of these extraordinary Australians, let's not forget the undercurrents of strength and unity that run through our nation. From Judith Whiting’s dedication to Bowls SA to the achievements of the UQ community, these awards show us that excellence in any domain enriches us all. Community service takes a front seat in this year’s list, and so many incredible individuals have used their voices to stand for justice, equality, and friendship, paving the way for a better tomorrow.

In a twist that even a seasoned game of Scrabble wouldn’t see coming, Pope Francis called for compassionate action today as well, reminding us that our mission isn't just a title but an ongoing journey of kindness. So as we celebrate the Australia Day Honours, let’s all channel some of that gold medal spirit and perhaps outshine each other in a race toward goodwill! Fun fact: The most recent Scrabble champion actually faced off against a champion from Queensland – who just so happens to be one of our honorees! Now that's something to cheer about!

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Australia Day 2025 Honours (Prime Minister and Cabinet)

Congratulations to the recipients in the Australia Day 2025 Honours List, who were announced today by the Governor-General, Her Excellency the Honourable ...

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2025 Australia Day Honours List recognises 73 deserving Western ... (Government House)

73 Western Australians have been named in the 2025 Australia Day Honours list. The recipients will receive their insignia at an Investiture at Government ...

MEDIA STATEMENT: Queenslanders recognised with Australia Day ... (Media Statements)

Two of only six national recipients appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) are Queenslanders. Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games gold medallists ...

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Australia Day honours for Corrective Service leaders (Government of Western Australia)

Recipients of the Australian Corrections Medal (ACM) include experienced staff and leaders delivering education, rehabilitation and security services in WA ...

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2025 Australia Day Honours (Bowls Australia)

Former Bowls SA President Judith Whiting earned recognition specifically for her contribution and service to the sport, while the late Roslyn Jones', from ...

Four AFP members recognised with Australia Day Honours ... (Australian Federal Police)

Assistant Commissioner Alison Wegg, Detective Superintendent Marie Andersson, and Former Detective Inspector Craig Mann will each receive the Australian Police ...

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Community leaders, advocates and sporting superstars among this ... (ABC News)

With achievements ranging from sporting victories to public advocacy, here are the remarkable stories from some Queenslanders honoured this year.

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Indigenous leaders, inventor and swimming coach among those ... (ABC Message Stick)

Aboriginal leaders, domestic violence prevention advocates, a master of traditional embroidery and a Scrabble champion are among the 732 Australians ...

Honours for excellence in all domains (Defence News)

Nearly 80 ADF personnel have been recognised with military awards in the 2025 Australia Day honours.

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Australia Day in 2025 and God's mission in this world (Catholic Leader)

Today, Pope Francis repeatedly calls us all to be missionary disciples, anchored in prayer and then going out in concrete acts of charity, especially to the ...

Defence personnel awarded Australia Day honours and awards (Defence News)

There were 25 Order of Australia recipients and 54 Military Award recipients from across the Australian Defence Force. In support of Australia Day, the ADF has ...

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UQ community recognised in Australia Day honours (UQ News)

Critical care researcher Professor John Fraser and former Alumni Friends president Dr Catherine Lawrence are among members of The University of Queensland ...

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University community receive 2025 Australia Day Honours (News - The University of Sydney)

Staff, alumni and affiliates of the University of Sydney have been recognised for their achievements in the 2025 Australia Day Honours list.

Australia Day Award Winners Announced - Townsville City Council (Townsville City Council)

Acting Mayor Ann-Maree Greaney said while there was tough competition across all categories, the winners embodied what it meant to be Australian, going above ...

Dedicated volunteers scoop Australia Day Awards – Logan City ... (Logan City Council)

In a ceremony held at the Beenleigh Events Centre, Abdul Khan from Woodridge was named as the Citizen of the Year and Riverbend resident Lilly Rider was ...

Tasmania's 2025 Australia Day Honours (Premier of Tasmania)

Premier Jeremy Rockliff congratulated the recipients of this year's Australia Day Honours. “It is tremendous to see Tasmanians being honoured for their ...

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Australia Day Ceremony and Citizen of the Year Award Winners (City of Darwin)

City of Darwin is pleased to welcome 56 new citizens from 20 different countries to Darwin, with the new residents officially recognised at an Australia Day ...

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University community receive 2025 Australia Day Honours (News - The University of Sydney)

Staff, alumni and affiliates of the University of Sydney have been recognised for their achievements in the 2025 Australia Day Honours list.

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Doctors' crucial health role recognised in Australia Day Honours (Australian Medical Association)

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) congratulates all doctors who have been recognised in the 2025 Australia Day Honours list for their crucial role in ...

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'Keep moving forward': Yunupingu leads Australia Day honours (The Guardian)

Late Yolŋu Indigenous rights activist appointed companion of the Order of Australia, along with lawyer Megan Davis and refugee advocate Gillian Triggs.

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University community receive 2025 Australia Day Honours (News - The University of Sydney)

Staff, alumni and affiliates of the University of Sydney have been recognised for their achievements in the 2025 Australia Day Honours list.

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