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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
2024 Australian of the Year Luncheon
Be inspired by the changemakers in our community. Welcome to the Australian of the Year Luncheon annual event brought to you by the Australia Day Council of South Australia. This event is an opportunity for professionals, students, researchers, and experts interested in learning about the groundbreaking health, environmental and social change initiatives from this year’s […]
Meet Your 2026 SA Australian of the Year Recipients
2026 SA Australian of the Year Recipients Nominate your Grandparent Hero Sibling Role model Neighbour Sporting legend Community leader 2027 AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR AWARDS NOMINATE HERE FOR 2027! We all know an everyday Australian doing extraordinary things. In every community, there are people who quietly make a massive difference. They lead, innovate, lift others up and challenge […]
Inspiring South Australian Women’s Award Recipients 2024
Recognising Excellence: South Australian Women Trailblazers The Inspiring South Australian Women’s Award celebrates women’s significant contributions to the community, whether in voluntary or paid roles. Recognising those often overlooked, it highlights their invaluable efforts in enriching society. In a celebration of achievement and contribution, the Inspiring South Australian Women’s Awards for 2024 have shed light […]
Award for Leadership in Languages and Cultures
This Award is provided by the Minister for Education, Training and Skills, The Honourable Lucy Hood MP, through the Multicultural Education and Languages Committee (MELC) and administered by the Australia Day Council of South Australia. Nominations for 2027 are now open! Nominations open 1 August and close at midnight 1 November 2026. Do you know […]
Citizen of the Year Awards Ceremony 2024
Inspiring South Australians Recognised for their selfless contributions to our community Each year, South Australia proudly celebrates the achievements and contributions of outstanding community members through the Citizen of the Year Awards Program. The Awards are proudly conducted by the Australia Day Council of South Australia in partnership with 68 Councils across our state. The […]