Some of the recipients of this year's Australia Day honours are well-known personalities, while others have been quietly working away in not-for-profit organisations and laboratories. The awards have also posthumously recognised songwriter and activist Archie Roach.
From law reform, groundbreaking medical research and humanitarian work to decades of service to the performing arts and everything in between — the achievements of those recognised in this year's Australia Day awards are endless.About 300 other awards have been presentedWhile their fields vary greatly, Governor-General David Hurley said there was one thing recipients had in common — they were always humble.
The list also includes 77 people who have been recognised for their contribution towards Australia's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.Archie Roach was a much-loved musician and advocate for Indigenous rights and reconciliation. During his career, the Victorian released five albums, a children's book about the Stolen Generations, a memoir and a poetry book.
She went on to star in the TV shows The Secret Life of Us and Love My way and most recently created and acted in the comedy-drama series Bump.The Sydneysider has been awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia for service to the film and television industry."Some people go overseas and come back so our industry just gets richer and more knowledgeable."Acclaimed director Phillip Noyce has been made an Officer of the Order of Australia for his work in film over five decades.
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