Diana Robinson and Peter Harcourt,who were on the panel that denied a transgender basketballer’s application to play semi-professional basketball,have called for nuance and empathy in the debate about eligibility in elite sport.
From the MP who ended John Howard’s career,to the Liberal senator who compared a political rival to Joseph Goebbels,it’s a great time of year for former pollies.
Energy Australia chair Jane McAloon,who was honoured with an Order of Australia this week,says the transition to clean energy is among the “most important imperatives that we face”.
Australians from all walks of life are recipients in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours. Here is the full list of those who have been recognised.
Long criticised for being dominated by men,the Order of Australia has achieved gender parity for the first time,but Governor-General David Hurley says lifting Indigenous and multicultural representation in the honours system is next.
The West Australian writer is honoured with AO for his books and environmental activity.
A Melbourne woman who fostered children for more than 50 years is among community recipients in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours.
It’s an honour,Kersi.
Honours are on the line.
Having spent most of her life teaching and helping refugees and asylum seekers,Sister Brigid Arthur has received a Queen's Birthday award.
Once one of the most powerful figures in Australian television,David Leckie,has posthumously been made a Member of the Order of Australia.