The lately departed leisure icon is joined by acclaimed author Tim Winton, comic Judith Lucy and an array of scientists, medical doctors and politicians on the lengthy listing of awards.
He was recognised for “eminent service to the arts as a comedian, actor, author, satirist and entertainer, to the promotion of Australian culture, and as a patron of organisations”, 15 yr’s after Queen Elizabeth II made him CBE for his providers to that nation.
The different 5 distinguished Australians to be named as companions of the order had been medical researchers Professor Caroline Bower, Professor Glenda Halliday and Professor David Hunter, former Western Australian premier Colin Barnett and former federal minister Jenny Macklin.
Best-selling Western Australian creator Tim Winton was named an Officer of the Order of Australia for distinguished service to literature, conservation and environmental advocacy.
Others honoured within the arts included comedians Judith Lucy, Denise Scott and Ben Elton, who had been all made members of the order.
Long-time Sydney Mayor Clover Moore; her Melbourne counterpart Sally-Ann Capp; Australian sports activities official and former Matildas vice-captain Moya Dodd; and investor, miner, philanthropist and former rugby administrator Robert Millner had been additionally named officers of the order.
Governor-General David Hurley mentioned it was the primary time there have been extra males than girls among the many 1191 Australians recognised, together with gender parity or higher within the three most prestigious classes.
“While we can take a moment to acknowledge the significance of achieving gender parity in our Honours, it should not be a cause to pause,” he mentioned.
“We reflect on our progress, and then recommit our efforts to ensure nominations reflect our diverse and strong community.”
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