More women, multicultural and diverse recipients in Australia Day Honours List

There's been an increase in the number of female and multicultural representation in the Australia Day 2023 Honours List. The Order of Australia recognises Australians who have demonstrated outstanding service or exceptional achievement. Australians recognised this year hail from all walks of life, and from all across the country.

Some of this year’s Australia Day Honours recipients.Credit : SBS

Key Points

• The Australia Day 2023 Honours List recognises 1,047 Australians
• They are awarded in three Categories: Order of Australia honours in General and Military Divisions; Meritorious awards; and Distinguished and Conspicuous awards in Military
• There's been an increase in the number of female and multicultural representation in the Australia Day 2023 Honours List