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Heather spent her life solving problems, but this is the mystery she can't work out
The women’s soccer pioneer says the nomination was a surprise as she continues to call out discrimination and urge Australians to submit 2027 nominations.
- Almost 12 months after being named a finalist for Senior Australian of the Year, sports trailblazer Heather Reid still does not know who nominated her for the honor.
- Capital Football's first female chief executive, Reid helped establish the A-League Women club, Canberra United, and remains a vocal advocate for calling out misogyny and discrimination in Australian sports.
- Reflecting on four days in Canberra last January, Reid described the experience as overwhelming and praised Professor Henry Brodaty's dementia research, which she said allows him to "affect change."
- Urging Australians to recognize community contributions, Reid encouraged the public to submit nominations for the 2027 awards before the deadline this Friday at midnight.
- "I don't see the Australian of the Year being for only that year," Reid said, emphasizing that the alumni role brings ongoing responsibility, respect, and acknowledgement.
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