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King’s Birthday Honours Shine Light on Years of Unheralded Human Decency

The 2025 King's Birthday Honours list, including 830 Australians, was announced on Sunday night by Governor-General Sam Mostyn.
The honours recognize diverse contributions from public, community, and government figures following a tradition of awards conveyed by the King and recommended by officials.
Recipients include former prime minister Scott Morrison for pandemic leadership, filmmaker Baz Luhrmann, author J.M. Coetzee, emergency services captain Simone Conklin, and community advocates such as the Houghtons and thalidomide survivors Lynette and Wendy.
Specific data highlight 14 Companions of the Order , 581 general division Order of Australia honorees, 413 Medal recipients, and individuals like 19-year-old OAM recipient Scott Michael Guerini and 101-year-old Henry Young.
The honours reinforce national gratitude by celebrating achievement, service, and integrity and foster awareness of community contributions across remote, urban, and cultural sectors.

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