Honours list recognises the extraordinary gifts of ordinary Australians

Hundreds of Australians are being recognised for their service, their sacrifice or their significant achievement in the Australia Day Honours List. The annual list highlights individuals who have dedicated their time to improving the lives of others. There's not yet gender equality among the recipients but 41 per cent this year are women - one the highest proportions ever.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison gives citizenship certificates during an Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony and Flag Raising event in Canberra Source: AAP