Congratulations to our 2024 Australian of the Year for South Australia Nominees and Recipients
Over 420 guests attended the 2024 Australian of the Year Awards for South Australia presentation evening in the William Magarey Room, Adelaide Oval on Wednesday 1 November 2023. This incredible night acknowledged extraordinary individuals – truly celebrating how great South Australians can be when we are at our best. We thank the ADCSA Patron Her […]
Meet your finalists for the 2024 Australian of the Year Awards
2024 AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR AWARD NOMINEES FOR SOUTH AUSTRALIA The 16 South Australian nominees are among 133 people being recognised across all states and territories. The South Australia award recipients will be announced on Wednesday 1 November 2023 in a ceremony at Adelaide Oval. You can watch the awards live online at australianoftheyear.org.au The successful […]
Inspiring South Australian Women’s Award
Inspiring South Australian Women’s Award The Inspiring South Australian Women’s Award recognises an exceptional and inspiring woman who has made an outstanding contribution to the community. The Award is jointly coordinated by the Australia Day Council of South Australia and the Office for Women. The Award is provided by The Hon Katrine Hildyard MP, Minister […]
Inspiring South Australian Women – Tackling the Issues of our Time
In our fast-paced lives, we often forget to take the time to truly listen and learn from the remarkable women around us. Understanding their obstacles and the pivotal moments that led to their success is important. On Tuesday 5 September 2023, we had the pleasure of hosting the Inspiring Women of South Australia: Impacting our […]
Uluru Statement from the Heart
This was a unique opportunity for people from all walks of life to gain a deeper understanding of the Uluru Statement from the Heart.
Amplifying active citizenship across the regions
This January 2024 the ADCSA team allocated 25 Ambassadors to Councils across SA. Collectively our Ambassadors traversed over 7000 kms to connect with communities across our stunning state. As an Ambassador for January 2024 these community leaders were part of a rich storytelling and connection experience – the sharing of their unique lived experience promotes […]
Two South Australians Announced as National Australian of the Year Award Recipients 2023
2023 AUSTRALIAN OF THE YEAR AWARDS ANNOUNCED 2023 Australian of the Year – Taryn Brumfitt (SA) 2023 Senior Australian of the Year – Prof Tom Calma AO (ACT) 2023 Young Australian of the Year – Awer Mabil (SA) 2023 Australia’s Local Hero – Amar Singh (NSW) A woman changing the way people around […]
Inspiring South Australians Announced at Australia Day Awards Ceremony
INSPIRING SOUTH AUSTRALIANS RECOGNISED FOR THEIR SELFLESS CONTRIBUTIONS An individual’s generosity in assisting countless women find confidence and dignity through work after incarceration, to twin Ngarrindjeri brothers sharing their culture and helping the mental health of young people within their regional community, and a tireless advocate who has transformed the lives of children and […]
See yourself in the Australian story
In a first for South Australia, members of the public are invited to contribute videos and photos sharing stories about their South Australian community, culture or favourite landmark – as part of an elaborate screen display to feature in “Aus Lights on the River,” in January 2023. The innovative multi-media light, sound and visual show, […]
We’re all part of the story
Attitudes to Australia Day are changing. The Australia Day Council of South Australia is listening to all views about not just the day, but what Australia is now and will become in the future. We are part of that conversation. As Australia wrestles with our national day, we recognise this is a time to reflect […]