Australian of the Year Luncheon celebrating Neale Daniher AO
Join us for an inspiring afternoon at the Australian of the Year Luncheon, as we honour the remarkable achievements of Neale Daniher AO, 2025 Australian of the Year. A true testament to resilience and leadership, Neale is co-founder of FightMND, a charity that has raised and invested over $115 million into medical research to find a cure for motor neurone […]
Citizen of the Year Awards Ceremony 2025
We are thrilled to announce the recipients of three prestigious awards that celebrate the remarkable contributions of individuals in our community. At the Citizen of the Year 2025 Awards, we honored an outstanding professional supporting domestic violence victims, a young innovator influencing policy change, and a community event raising cancer awareness. The Inspiring South Australian Women’s Award recognized […]
Reflecting, Listening, and Standing Together
The banks of Adelaide’s River Torrens/Karrawirra Parri echoed with the ancient sounds of First Nations languages amidst cleansing smoke from ceremonial fires during Mourning in the Morning at Elder Park/Tarntanya Wama – 26 January. Mourning in the Morning is about honesty, generosity, dignity, courage – all values Australians have historically identified with. And because First […]
Bringing Communities Together: The Power of Storytelling, Culture, and Reflection
Gathering on Kaurna land, we reflected on this great country. Through the lens of our migrant and refugee story and our ancestral connection to culture, we honoured the depth and richness of our shared history. We raised our flags, symbolising our diverse and inclusive culture, and were captivated by the vibrancy and brilliance of the […]
First Nations Language Revival and Protection
2025 Mourning in the Morning – Smoking Ceremony 26 January means different things to different people. To some, it is ‘Australia Day’ and a time for celebration. But for others – including many First Nations people – the date is difficult, challenging and a source of extreme grief and sorrow. The Australia Day Council of […]
Celebrating Collaboration and Resilience at the Annual NGO Luncheon
On Friday, November 8th, the Australia Day Council of South Australia hosted its highly anticipated annual NGO Luncheon at the prestigious National Wine Centre. This event brought together over 100 CEOs and leaders from South Australia’s non-profit sector, creating a vibrant atmosphere of collaboration and shared purpose. We were honored to have Senator the Honorable […]
Celebrating South Australia’s 2025 Australian of the Year Award Recipients
The 2025 Australian of the Year Awards for South Australia have highlighted an exceptional group of individuals who exemplify leadership, dedication, and community spirit. These recipients will now represent South Australia at the national awards in Canberra on January 25, 2025. SA Australian of the Year – Professor Leah Bromfield Professor Leah Bromfield, a respected […]
Inspiring the next generation of leaders
The second Inspiring Australians Student Summit at Adelaide Botanic High School on Friday, 9 August 2024, was a remarkable success. It brought together a diverse group of students, teachers, and key community members from Adelaide Botanic High School, Adelaide High School, Woodville High School, Glenunga International High School, St Aloysius College, and Pedare Christian College. […]
Pioneering a new path for Australia’s at-risk youth
In Australia, alarming statistics reveal a pressing crisis: one in five children under seventeen is missing out on school, one in four is battling mental health issues, and over 25,000 children are homeless despite seeking assistance. These figures underscore the urgent need for effective intervention. BackTrack Youth Works introduces a beacon of hope in a […]
The Inspiring Women Impacting the World and Beyond – Women In Defence > EVENT POSTPONED
EVENT POSTPONED – more information to be provided soon. Celebrating the Power of Women: An Inspiring Event Not to Be Missed! The Australia Day Council of South Australia is thrilled to announce the latest chapter in our Inspiring Women Series – “The Inspiring Women Impacting the World and Beyond – Women In Defence.” Join us […]
