Honours abound in King’s Birthday roll call of service
Almost 1000 Australians are waking up with their service to the nation being recognised with honours in the 2026 King's Birthday list.
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‘Mind-blowing’: honour for man behind snow sports glory
Michael Kennedy has been honoured for his lasting impact on snow sports, with the former administrator helping Australia become a winter sports powerhouse.
Family violence crusader, centenarian in King’s Honours
An ex-premier who fought to reduce family violence is among the Australians recognised for their service to the nation in this year's King's Birthday Honours.
Randa Abdel-Fattah among authors on Miles Franklin list
The longlist for the Miles Franklin Literary Award includes a book by a Palestinian-Australian author, who has been embroiled in free speech controversies.
‘Iconic’ Delta act eclipsed in Eurovision boilover
Delta Goodrem has finished fourth at Eurovision, confounding hopes for a first Australian winner as Bulgaria soared to its maiden win.
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Delta soars into Eurovision final with sparkling act
Singer Delta Goodrem has led Australia into the Eurovision final with a sparkling powerhouse vocal performance.
In Stella Prize first, a graphic novel draws the win
The $60,000 Stella Prize has gone to a graphic novel by a transgender author, in two firsts for the coveted book award.
Life-size portrait of Aboriginal Elder wins Archibald
A portrait of Pitjantjatjara Elder, Iluwanti Ken, by artist Richard Lewer has won Australia's biggest portrait award, taking home the $100,000 Archibald Prize.
Hundreds honoured in Wieambilla shooting bravery awards
Hundreds have been honoured for their bravery during the Wieambilla shootings and its aftermath including the two officers who survived the fatal ambush.
‘Resilience’ rewarded as ex-premier receives top honour
A former premier's service to public health, education and multiculturalism has been formally recognised with the nation's highest civilian honour.
‘It stays with you forever’: massacre heroes honoured
Two people who died in the Bondi Junction shopping centre attack are among eight heroes whose courage is being honoured by special bravery awards.
A gift horse: rural retreat helping veterans re-set
After years at sea working on warships, a former Navy engineer is tapping into the power of nature, animals and rest to help veterans adjust to civilian life.
Oscars up for grabs as unease hangs over Hollywood
Conan O'Brien returns to host the Academy Awards for a second time amid tight security following an Iranian threat warning.
Call to action to close gendered gaps in justice system
International Women's Day is being marked as a call to balance the scales and ensure all women and girls have fair and inclusive access to justice.
Gender imbalance ‘concerning’ as top Aussies honoured
Olympic legend Cathy Freeman has received one of the top gongs at the Order of Australia awards but organisers are calling out a gender imbalance.
Indigenous matriarch driven by passion for community
A lifelong commitment to community and family has driven the work of this powerhouse for Indigenous rights, who considers her life one that's been well lived.
Cattle pioneer says the gentle giants saved her life
A renowned cattle breeder formed a remarkable bond with Brahman after swapping a city job for a long and rewarding life on the land.
Former politicians prosper in Australia Day honours
For their service to educational equity, economic development and public health, ex-politicians have been bestowed some of the nation's highest honours.
Olympic legend, top silks score highest honours
Olympic legend Cathy Freeman is one of 10 people to receive the top honour at the annual Order of Australia awards.
Posthumous honour for Australian music legend
Midnight Oil drummer Rob Hirst, who died on Tuesday, has been awarded an Australia Day honour - on a date he wanted to change.
Astronaut, distance runner win nation’s highest honours
The first astronaut to train under the Australian flag has been honoured with the 2026 Australian of the Year award, with other top achievers also recognised.
Trump accepts Nobel medal from Venezuela’s Machado
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado has presented Donald Trump with her Nobel peace prize medal, and he intends to keep it.
Idris Elba, Torvill and Dean knighted in UK honours
Actor Idris Elba, ice dancers Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean and the English women's football and rugby teams lead the New Year Honours list.
Assange files complaint against Nobel winner Machado
Julian Assange has filed a complaint accusing the Nobel Foundation of facilitating "war crimes" by awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to Maria Corina Machado.
Machado vows to bring Nobel back to Venezuela
Maria Corina Machado defied at travel ban to pick up her Nobel Peace Prize, and the opposition leader is vowing to eventually take the award back to Venezuela.
Democracies must fight for freedom, Nobel laureate says
"If we want democracy, we must be prepared to fight for freedom," Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado's daughter has told an audience in Oslo.
Double Golden Globe nomination for Aussie Jacob Elordi
Australians Jacob Elordi, Sarah Snook, Joel Edgerton and Rose Byrne have all scored nominations in the 83rd Golden Globe Awards.
FIFA gives Trump a peace prize
President Donald Trump has described being given the new FIFA peace prize as "one of the great honours of my life".
Australian surf great honoured with Hall of Fame award
Seven-time world champion Layne Beachley has received The Dawn award at the Sport Australia Hall of Fame Awards for her efforts in improving women's surfing.
Heart-of-gold doctor Queensland’s Aussie of the Year
A doctor who designed a mobile health service for rural and remote communities has been named Australian of the Year for Queensland.
Australia makes mince meat of beef industry at awards
At the end of a tumultuous year for the beef industry, Australian producers have taken out top categories at the World Steak Challenge in London.